This Broccoli Salad Is the Perfect Summer Side

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
• ¼ cup vinegar (such as white wine vinegar, red wine vinegar, apple cider vinegar, or a combination)
• 1 tablespoon dijon mustard
• 1 clove garlic, peeled
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 1 tablespoon italian seasoning
• 1/4 tsp salt and pepper, to taste
• 1 broccoli crown, washed and chopped into florets
• 1/4 cup parsley, chopped (or other herbs)
• ¼ cup chopped nuts (such as walnuts, almonds, or pecans)
• 1/4 cup feta cheese

Instructions

1. To a food processor, blender, or medium-sized bowl, add the olive oil, vinegar, mustard, garlic, honey, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper to make the vinaigrette. Blend or whisk until combined.
2. Add dry broccoli to a medium size bowl. Toss with parsley, nuts and cheese. Add the vinaigrette and toss. Season with salt and pepper. Allow the salad to marinate for at least 10 minutes in the refrigerator before serving.
3. Toss the salad again to distribute the dressing. Serve with extra cheese, crunchy elements, and fresh pepper and herbs on top.