Broccoli Dressing
Transform your salads and spreads with this vibrant and nutrient-packed Broccoli Dressing! Featuring blanched broccoli florets blended with aromatic fresh basil, zesty lemon juice, and smooth olive oil, this creamy dressing is a wholesome twist on classic condiments. A hint of garlic adds depth, while optional honey offers a subtle touch of sweetness to balance the flavors. Quick and easy to make, this dressing takes only 15 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep. Serve it as a versatile salad topper, a flavorful vegetable dip, or even a unique sandwich spread. Plus, it's naturally gluten-free and can be customized for a vegan diet! With its silky texture and bold, bright flavor, this broccoli dressing will become your go-to kitchen staple.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Broccoli florets
- 1 cup Olive oil
- 0.5 cup Fresh basil leaves
- 3 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 2 Garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 3 tablespoons Water
- 1 teaspoon Honey (optional)
Instructions
Bring a small pot of water to a boil. Add the broccoli florets and blanch for 3 minutes, until tender and bright green. Drain and then transfer to a bowl of ice water to cool quickly. Drain again and pat dry.
In a blender or food processor, combine the blanched broccoli, olive oil, fresh basil leaves, lemon juice, garlic cloves, salt, black pepper, and water.
Blend until smooth and creamy. If the mixture is too thick, add an extra tablespoon of water at a time until the desired consistency is reached.
Taste the dressing and adjust seasoning, adding additional salt, pepper, or lemon juice to your preference.
For a touch of sweetness, blend in the honey, if desired.
Transfer the dressing to a jar or container with a lid. Store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Use as a salad dressing, vegetable dip, or sandwich spread!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
90 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.2 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2416 mg | 105% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 20.5 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.3 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.0 g | ||
| Protein | 7.4 g | 15% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 119 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 2.4 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 120 mg | 3% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
