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Low Carb Broccoli And Almond Salad
How to Make It
Step 1
Preheat the oven to 395 degrees Fahrenheit and line a shallow oven tray with baking paper.
Step 2
Finely slice the onion and add to a large mixing bowl with the broccoli florets.
Step 3
Arrange the slivered almonds in an even layer across the baking tray and transfer to the oven for 3-4 minutes until lightly golden brown. Set aside.
Step 4
Add the crème fraiche, lemon juice, lemon zest, mustard, olive oil, salt and pepper to a small bowl. Stir together well to combine.
Step 5
Pour the crème fraiche mixture over the vegetables and stir well to combine, ensuring they are evenly coated in the dressing.
Step 6
Lightly crumble the toasted almonds over the salad, briefly stirring through.
Step 7
Scatter with torn mint leaves to serve.
Ingredients
- Broccoli, Raw – 4 cup, chopped
- Creme Fraiche – 2 tablespoon
- Raw Blanched Slivered Almonds by Trader Joe’s – 2 tablespoon
- Peppermint, Fresh – 2 tablespoon
- Lemon Peel – 2 teaspoon
- Extra Virgin Olive Oil – 1 tablespoon
- Lemon Juice – 1 teaspoon
- Red Onion – ½ medium – 2 1/2″ diameter
- Dijon Mustard – ½ teaspoon
- Salt – ¼ teaspoon
- Black Pepper – ⅛ teaspoon
