Broccoli Ginger Salad

By vdub

Here’s a dish you have to try! Susan V of the Fat Free Vegan blog created this colorful salad. She combines broccoli with bell pepper and almonds, complementing it with soy sauce, ginger, garlic, and red pepper flakes for satisfying flavor and kick. You’ll find it’s quick and easy to make, and it’s loaded with health benefits.

Ingredients

• 1 cup uncooked brown rice
• 1 lb. broccoli florets
• 1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper
• 1/4 cup sliced or slivered almonds
• 1/3 cup seasoned rice vinegar
• 2 Tbs. soy sauce
• 1 Tbs. sesame oil
• 2 Tbs. water
• 2 tsp. ginger, minced
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1/8 tsp. red pepper flakes
• sliced water chestnuts (optional - for extra crunch)

Details

Servings 6
Preparation time 15mins
Cooking time 15mins

Preparation

Step 1

Cook rice in whatever way you choose, then set it aside to cool.

Steam broccoli until just tender, about 5 minutes; add it and chopped red pepper and almonds to cooled rice.

Combine remaining ingredients in a measuring cup or small mixing bowl; our over rice mixture and toss to combine.

Refrigerate until completely chilled and enjoy. Serves 6-8 as a side dish.