Broccoli with Sweet Onion Vinaigrette
Elevate your vegetable side dishes with this vibrant Broccoli with Sweet Onion Vinaigrette recipe! Tender-crisp broccoli florets are blanched to perfection, then drizzled with a luscious homemade vinaigrette featuring caramelized sweet onion, zesty apple cider vinegar, a touch of honey, and a hint of Dijon mustard. The caramelized onion adds a subtle sweetness that perfectly balances the tangy dressing, while garlic and olive oil create a savory depth of flavor. Ready in just 20 minutes, this healthy and flavorful dish is ideal for weeknight dinners, potlucks, or holiday gatherings. Serve it immediately for a fresh, bright bite or let it sit to fully absorb the vinaigrette’s rich, aromatic flavors. A must-try recipe for broccoli lovers!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups broccoli florets
- 1 medium sweet onion
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 clove garlic
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 3 tablespoons water
Instructions
Bring a large pot of water to a boil and prepare a bowl of ice water for blanching the broccoli.
Add the broccoli florets to the boiling water and cook for 2-3 minutes, until they are tender-crisp and bright green.
Immediately transfer the broccoli to the ice water to stop the cooking process, then drain well and set aside.
Peel and finely dice the sweet onion. Mince the garlic clove.
In a small skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced sweet onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened and lightly caramelized. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
In a small bowl or jar, combine the caramelized onion, remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and water. Whisk or shake well to emulsify the vinaigrette.
Arrange the blanched broccoli on a serving dish and drizzle the sweet onion vinaigrette over the top. Toss gently to coat.
Serve immediately or let the dish sit at room temperature for 10-15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
149 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 10.1 g | 13% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.4 g | 7% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 301 mg | 13% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 13.5 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.0 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.8 g | ||
| Protein | 3.9 g | 8% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 59 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 1.1 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 86 mg | 2% | |
*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.
