Broccoli & Hemp Seeds Salad

Keto roasted Broccoli & Hemp Seeds Salad is low-carb and keto-friendly. The health-conscious people will love this tasty, nutrient-dense food. We added the crispy, & caramelized roasted broccoli with the hemp seeds, which made the salad crispy, and it also had a protein content with the omega-3 fatty acids. This salad is bright, refreshing, & filling, and it is mixed with the lemon-garlic dressing. This keto roasted Broccoli & Hemp Seeds Salad is a great meal on its own, or serve this salad as a side dish for grilled meats. This salad is perfect for lots of different diets, and it is naturally vegan, gluten-free, & dairy-free. This salad is loaded with fiber, vitamins, & good fats, which makes this salad healthy, tasty & convenient. We can easily customize this salad and add our favorite toppings like feta, avocado, or fresh herbs. We can have this salad warm or at ambient temperature for the best taste.

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STATS:

Serving size: 1 cup
Cook time: Twenty mins
Cuisine: American / Health-Conscious
Calories: 180 kcal
Total time: 30 minutes
Course: Side Dish / Salad
Diet: Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Vegan
Prep time: Ten mins
Serving: 4

EQUIPMENT:

Baking sheet
Parchment paper
Knife
Chopping board
Large bowl
Spatula
Whisk
Small bowl

INGREDIENTS:

1 large head of broccoli
2 tbsp. olive oil
Salt & pepper
¼ cup hemp seeds
1 lemon zest & juice
1 small garlic clove
1 tsp. Dijon mustard
1 tbsp. apple cider vinegar
Two tbsp. Fresh parsley or basil

INGREDIENTS NOTES:

BROCCOLI:

We have to use the fresh broccoli florets for a rich flavor and crunchy texture and they are ideal for roasting. You can also use frozen broccoli; just increase the cooking time by a few minutes if you roast the broccoli straight from the freezer. We don’t have to overcook the broccoli to keep it crispy.

OLIVE OIL:

We have to use premium extra virgin olive oil for optimal flavor & healthy fats. You would utilize the coconut oil as a substitute of olive oil.

HEMP SEEDS:

Hemp Seeds give a nutty crunch to the salad & they are loaded with the protein, fiber, and fatty acids which makes it more wholesome & satisfying.

LEMON JUICE:

We have to use fresh lemon juice and zest for the best flavor and taste and it also counterbalances the taste of this salad. We should not have to use the bottle of juice as it doesn’t taste the same.

GARLIC:

We have to use fresh garlic for the best taste and it makes the dish more flavorful than using a bottle of garlic or garlic powder. We can also adjust the amount to suit the taste.

APPLE CIDER VINEGAR:

Apple cider vinegar and Dijon mustard add depth and tang to the dressing, but you may leave them out if you want a more straightforward taste.

FRESH HERBS:

Fresh Herbs like parsley or basil adds the vibrant color and freshness in this salad. We can use the herbs according to the personal choice or season of the herb.

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INSTRUCTION:

Set the oven temperature to 425°F.
Put parchment paper on a baking pan.
We can chop the broccoli florets into small pieces with the knife.
We can include the broccoli in the pan.
Dust the black pepper, salt, & olive oil.
We can roast the broccoli for 18 to 20 minutes and until it is soft and brown; turn the side in halfway.
Take a small bowl and add the mustard, lemon zest, minced garlic, vinegar, & lemon juice and mix with the whisk.
We can combine the dressing, hemp seeds, & roasted broccoli in a big bowl.
Mix all the components with the spatula to combine well.
Garnish the Broccoli & Hemp Seeds Salad with the fresh herbs and additional seeds and serve warm.

TIPS:

We can roast the broccoli in batches if the pan is small otherwise the broccoli would become mushy.
You can also add nutritional yeast or smoked paprika to make this salad tastier.
We can let the broccoli cool somewhat before adding the dressing to prevent wilting.