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~ raw, vegan, gluten-free, nut-free ~
I was one of those odd kids growing up who loved her veggies. If you couldn’t find me, it was always a safe bet to check the garden. I was like a pesky rabbit who was always nibbling on the fresh produce. I am so thankful that I never grew out of that. :)
If you are hungry for a little Asian flare, this fresh broccoli salad just might be the ticket. The creamy, sweet and nutty flavor of the toasted sesame dressing really pops against the fresh veggies. This salad is light and refreshing and can be enjoyed as a side salad, or it can be the meal.
As with most things out there in “Google Land, others” there is a ton of information about broccoli. Reading about it is much like watching a tennis game. The “ball” goes back and forth as to whether or not it is healthier or better for you to eat broccoli raw or lightly steamed. Those with thyroid issues should limit them; others say that it isn’t an issue. The ball is in your court to decide.
For me personally, I think the key is moderation and to learn how to listen to your body. I am learning more and more that to maintain my health; I need to eat a large array foods so I can get the nutrients I need.
It is best to add a rainbow of color in your diet, and at the end of the rainbow, you will find a leprechaun sitting in a pot of fresh, colorful veggies. :) The more color (variety of fresh produce) the better chance of getting all the vitamins we need. I eat a high percentage of raw but not 100%. Well, some days are 100% but not all the time. For me, I am ok with that. Everyone has to find what works for them. Anyway, enough of that. This recipe turned out yummy and darn-it I am going to enjoy it! Haha, I encourage you to give this Toasted Sesame Broccoli Salad a try tonight, and if you do, please share with us what you think!
Ingredients:Yields roughly 12 cups
Dressing:
YUM! That looks fabulous. I love brocolli – raw or steamed, and I bet that sesame adds some great flavor with it!
I do love steamed broccoli too but boy does it smell up the house. That is one scent that I don’t want Renuzit to replicate. lol
well, they say great minds think alike! I made a broccoli/red bell pepper/pine nut salad for my lunch today BEFORE I read this! I used a dressing made with Bragg’s, sesame oil, tahini, garlic, ginger, and sea salt, and it was yummmmmmyyyy! I sometimes chop up a green onion, or in today’s salad, a freshly picked jalapeno pepper from my bush on the deck. mighty good eatin’!
Oh I love being a part of the “great minds think alike!” club. haha Your salad sounds delicious too! You could throw about any thing in there and it would taste good, specially with the hint of Tahiti…shoot my flip flop would taste good with Tahiti on it. haha Have a blessed day! amie sue
Your website is awesome! Your recipes are simple and basic and every thing looks so delicious! I can’t wait to try some of them. Keep up the great work, Amie! I will let you know when I try some of your recipes.
Thank you Sekhmet. Please do keep me posted, I love to hear about them! Have a wonderful day, amie sue
I made this but not properly and partly by accident. I first discovered I had no sesame seeds, then I forgot to add the garlic, and I used Tamari because I didn’t have Braggs of Namu so it was OK but not great.
I hope you try it again with the ingredients listed… perhaps it will turn out better than ok. :)
I’m SO stoked that I stumbled upon this site( googling : raw food menu plans)!! Wow your website is amazing- beautifully done! This was the first recipe I tried and it turned out so good! My husband and I both loved it! Greetings from Singapore!
Oh how wonderful Greta… thank you so much for sharing this with me… it just warms my heart. Many blessings in your journey and please keep in touch. :) amie sue
Hi
I came across your web site. Thank you for the labour of love. I have 3-4 friends come over, they are not keen at all on raw food/ vegan food. Can you please suggest a couple of ideas with salads and a couple main dishes. I think I’ve only got one shot to impress and don’t want them to discouraged in any way.
Thank you so much for help in matters.
Ben
Good morning Ben,
You are welcome. :) My site is such a passion for me, I am glad that you are enjoying it.
My main go to salads for entertaining is:
Broccoli Raisin Salad – https://nouveauraw.com/raw-recipies/main-dishes/broccoli-raisin-salad/
Thousand Island Cole Slaw – https://nouveauraw.com/raw-recipies/salads/raw-thousand-island-cole-slaw/
Zesty Lime Corn Salad – https://nouveauraw.com/raw-recipies/salads/zesty-lime-corn-salad/
For main dishes:
Caprese Herb and Tomato Tart – https://nouveauraw.com/raw-recipies/main-dishes/caprese-herb-and-tomato-tart-raw-vegan/
Five Layer Mexican Fiesta Dip – https://nouveauraw.com/raw-recipies/main-dishes/five-layer-mexican-fiesta-dip/
Hearty Smoked Chili – https://nouveauraw.com/raw-recipies/main-dishes/raw-hearty-smoked-chili/
Spinach Basil “Cheese” Calzone – https://nouveauraw.com/raw-recipies/main-dishes/spinach-basil-cheese-calzone-raw-nut-free/
My word of advice… don’t announce that they are eating raw foods (dishes). If people already have issues with healthy eating… once they hear raw, they will get a preconceived thought going on in their head as to what they are about to experience. So many people equate healthy food with gross tasting, tasteless, or that it is just carrots and celery. Be casual about it, it’s just food! Enjoy your time with the friends.
Let me know how it goes. Blessings, amie sue
Good morning Amie
Thank you so very much for the response. These recipes are truly amazing.
Sorry for the delay, I have had a chance to look over the recipes. Can you please help me with some questions or alternative suggestions?
– I have 1 fussy guest who doesn’t like corn as in the Zesty lime corn salad, can I substitute the corn with an alternative ingredient that would works? Also one guest who doesn’t like cashew nuts, what would you recommend so that I also have something really nice for them?
– Additionally in the mains such as in the cypress herb and tomato tart I may have problems getting hold of ingredients such as chickpea misc and in the five layer Mexican, coconut vinegar?
– Can you please comments on how I would create dishes without using a dehydrator?
– One of my guests really likes Asian cuisine, could you please recommend a good salad and main that I could permeate through the menu that would perhaps please them.
– What would you recommend for dessert?
I am so sorry for the thousand questions just trying to get this right and have something for everyone.
Thank you so much for help in matters.
Many thanks Ben
Hello Ben…. this is going to take some time to answer. I will do my best to do that tomorrow. Sweet dreams, amie sue
Ben,
After reading through this again, I am just going to suggest that you browse through my recipes to find ones that would accommodate your friends likes and to find recipes that cater to the ingredients that are available to you where you live. Otherwise we will just keep going back and forth with my recommendations which is difficult when there seems to be a lot of limitations. I stand behind all of my recipes and enjoy thoroughly.
P.S I can however give you a link to a posting I did on what a person can try if they don’t own a dehydrator: https://nouveauraw.com/dehydrating/conventional-oven-food-drying/
Many blessings and enjoy the time with your friend. amie sue :)
Thank you so very much for your labour of love, truly awesome. I will do my best to inspire. My very best wishes Amie.
Thank you very much Ben. I appreciate that you took the time to reach out to me. Have a blessed and wonderful day. Keep spreading the love of health. amie sue
Ben, if you have a co-op or a Whole Foods, ect., anywhere around you, you shouldn’t have any trouble finding chickpea miso or coconut vinegar. I get both at my local co-op! Good luck, that Caprese and Tomato Tart is wonderful!
Hi Lisa, thank you for the note will pop in to Wholefoods. Haven’t tried the Caprese and tomato tart as yet, will give this a go. Many thanks for this 👍
Good morning Amie Sue,
I have a wonderful easy broccoli salad recipe that maybe you might like to try.
TOMATO BROCCOLI SALAD
1 head broccoli cut into bite size pieces
3 red cluster heirloom tomatoes cut into 1/2 inch pieces
2 T. organic cold pressed olive oil
1 tsp. salt of choice
1/4 c. raw sunflower seeds, sprouted
1/2 tsp. each garlic powder, Italian seasoning and onion powder
Mix the salt with the tomatoes in a bowl until well coated and set aside for 20 minutes. This causes the tomatoes to weep.
in a bowl mix the oil with the broccoli until the broccoli is well coated, it will turn a bright green when done.
Now mix all the ingredients together and chill for 2 hours. Hope you like it. Many Blessings Jacque
Thank you for sharing Jacqueline. That salad sounds so yummy too! Umm. I just love broccoli salads. :) Have a blessed day, amie sue
This is absolutely delicious! I love broccoli, but haven’t eaten it since I went raw…I don’t really like raw broccoli unless it’s smothered in ranch dressing lol, so blanching for 30 seconds is perfect and just long enough so that I don’t feel like I’m eating uncooked broccoli. I added shredded carrots and red pepper. I love the dressing for this salad too, perfection! YUM :)
So happy to hear this Catherine. Raw broccoli can be challenging for some, whether it be texturally or digestive wise. I tend to lightly steam mine but blanching it helps to retain more nutrients and color. Just so happy that you found a way to enjoy it! Thanks for sharing. Blessings, amie sue