Strawberry Balsamic Broccoli Salad
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Elevate your salad game with this Strawberry Balsamic Broccoli Salad. This refreshing and nutritious salad brings together the sweetness of fresh strawberries, the tang of balsamic vinegar, and the vibrant crunch of fresh broccoli florets. I add summer sausage for a protein packed lunch, but you can leave the meat off for a delicious vegan lunch!
If you’re looking for more easy summer salad recipes, try my Gut Healthy Chicken Salad, Healthy AF Taco Salad, or my Easy Blueberry Kale Salad.
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Why You'll Love This Recipe
Vibrant Flavors: This easy summer salad recipe is bursting with color and flavor! The strawberries add vibrant color while also providing a little sweetness. I love the combination of strawberries and balsamic as you get the sweetness from the strawberries paired with the rich and slightly acidic notes of the balsamic vinegar.
Healthy: The base of this salad is raw broccoli giving this easy summer salad recipe a wonderful cool crunch that is also packed with nutrients! Broccoli is an anti-inflammatory cruciferous veggie that can boost immunity with each bite! I also add in red pepper, red onion, a little Romaine lettuce, and Organic Prairie Summer Sausage.
Flexible Recipe: If you are vegan or vegetarian, you can leave out the summer sausage. But this salty meat adds amazing depth of flavor to this dish, and it makes a delicious lunch or dinner that’s full of protein. Try adding avocado if you are skipping the meat for healthy fats or add it in addition!
How to Make Homemade Dressing in Minutes
I don’t buy salad dressing anymore, because so many of them have canola oil or sunflower oil. And even if those are organic, they aren’t the best oils to consume on a daily basis. I limit these oils to special treats when they really make a difference and it’s worth it to indulge (like in desserts where canola oil is needed for its neutral flavor). There’s no need for them in salad dressing, in my opinion!
I love using FreshJax seasoning for salad dressing! It’s one of my favorite seasonings to mix with simple extra virgin olive oil and balsamic. This makes salad dressing easy peasy and I never have to buy it, just drizzle a bit of the extra virgin olive oil and balsamic and sprinkle on the seasoning! This easy summer salad recipe has become one of my go to lunches as it's quick and easy. It goes so well with a Strawberry Hibiscus Nixie!
Ingredients & Health Benefits
Romaine Lettuce: Packed with vitamins A and K, organic romaine lettuce supports eye health and bone strength.
Broccoli: Rich in fiber and antioxidants, organic broccoli is a cruciferous vegetables that aids digestion and boosts the immune system.
Red Pepper: High in vitamin C and beta-carotene, organic red peppers enhance skin health and protect against oxidative stress.
Red Onion: Organic red onion supports heart health and has anti-inflammatory properties.
Strawberries: Loaded with antioxidants and vitamin C, organic strawberries promote heart health and improve skin texture. Not to mention they are delicious, and they give this salad a bit of sweetness that pairs so well with the balsamic.
Summer Sausage: This is optional if you want protein, but my favorite is Organic Prairie Summer Sausage.
Balsamic Vinegar: Organic Balsamic Vinegar contains acetic acid, which can aid in blood sugar regulation and improve digestion.
Extra Virgin Olive Oil: Organic extra virgin olive oil is rich in healthy monounsaturated fats and antioxidants and it can reduce inflammation. I love Carapelli.
Seasoning Mix: I use FreshJax Organic Citrus Pepper Blend as the seasoning for this salad dressing, making it super simple because all you need is this one ingredient and it provides tons of flavor!
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Step by Step Instructions
Step 1
In a large bowl, add the chopped broccoli, lettuce, red pepper, red onion, strawberries, and summer sausage.
Step 2
Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic and sprinkle with the FreshJax Organic Citrus Pepper Blend. Stir it up and enjoy!
FAQ's
Yes, if you prefer, you can use a store bought dressing. Opt for something simple like a lemon olive oil dressing for best flavor with this salad.
If you don't want to do summer sausage, you can add grilled or baked chicken breasts, turkey deli meat, or ham deli meat. If you're vegan try adding avocado or pumpkin seeds for added protein.
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Strawberry Balsamic Broccoli Salad
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups broccoli florets (chopped)
- ½ cup chopped romaine lettuce
- ½ red bell pepper (diced)
- 2 slices red onion (diced)
- 4 strawberries (sliced)
- 6 slices Organic Prairie Summer Sausage (diced)
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- FreshJax Organic Citrus Pepper Blend
Instructions
- In a large bowl, add the chopped broccoli, lettuce, red pepper, red onion, strawberries, and summer sausage.
- Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic and sprinkle with the FreshJax Organic Citrus Pepper Blend. Stir it up and enjoy!
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