Raw Broccoli Salad | easy mediterranean diet recipes

[@mediterraneanminutes]

Who knew that raw broccoli could be so addicitive? And so simple to put together into a side dish that will disappear in a snap? Give it a try, I bet you’ll be as surprised as I was when I first tired it! XO Caroline

[@virginiacervantes7988]

Hello from Washington I recently moved from Texas. Looks delicious I definitely will make it. 👍🌹

[@mediterraneanminutes]

Hi Virginia - I hope the weather is treating you well in Washington. I used to work in Seattle so I know the summers can be gorgeous. I hope you get the chance to try this salad. I bet you’ll really like it. Caroline

[@kathydvorak3075]

Can’t wait to make it!

[@mediterraneanminutes]

Hi Kathy - Well, don't blame me if you are tempted to eat the whole bowl in one sitting!...ha ha ha! For a super simple prep, it's pretty darn good! Cheers, Caroline

[@reginastephens935]

I love broccoli salad! I’m going to try this version.

[@mediterraneanminutes]

HI Regina - If you already love broccoli salad, then I know you really love this version. The dressing is so light but flavorful that it realy makes the difference for me. Cheers, Caroline

[@lindalucas7381]

Yum, going to make this

[@mediterraneanminutes]

Thanks, Linda! I hope you enjoy it as much as I do. Its pretty perfect for this insanely hot weather were having. Cheers, Caroline

[@Revelation213]

🙂Thank you for this creamy salad dressing - tried it tonight and it was my delicious.

[@mediterraneanminutes]

HI Suzahn - How nice of you to take the itme to send me a positive comment. So glad you enjoyed it! It really is a great dressing, isn’t it? I use it on lots of salads too. Cheers, Caroline

[@kathydvorak3075]

Yum!

[@mediterraneanminutes]

You bet!

[@bluebonnet1014]

Looks good!

[@mediterraneanminutes]

Hey Bluebonnet! How the heck are you? Thanks for reaching out with a comment. It’s always great to hear from longtime subcribers. I hope you are enjoying a wonderful summer and staying cool! Cheers, Caroline

[@samanthaoneill8628]

That looks so good

[@mediterraneanminutes]

Hi Samantha. Hope you’re having a nice rest of summer and that you get the chance to give this one a try. It really couldn’t be easier (although a bit addictive!). Thanks for reaching out again. I always enjoy hearing everybody’s reaction. Cheers, Caroline

[@samanthaoneill8628]

@@mediterraneanminutes it's winter here in Australia so I have tagged it so it's first thing I try in summer. Ps My salad shaker arrive yesterday it's so adorable. So glad I asked you. Thanks

[@catherinemccurdy7518]

I envy your life in Spain.😊 P. S. I’m a born Michigander.

[@mediterraneanminutes]

Hi Catherine! Thanks for your message. Spain is a great place to be and Michigan is a great palce to be from! My visit in July was just perfect to catch up on Michigan things and bring some cherries back with me! Cheers, Caroline

[@nanrussell6423]

This looks delicious, but I have trouble eating raw broccoli. Could I steam the broccoli a little first, or substitute shredded Brussel sprouts? Thanks, Caroline.

[@mediterraneanminutes]

Hi Nan, great to hear form you again. And yep, steam it if you like, same benefit!…and shredded brussel sprouts would be another excellent shoice (I love to add grated brussel srpouts to my skinny omelette when I have them). Thanks for sharing these ideas, I bet there will be other people who will be interested in both of your ideas! Cheers, Caroline

[@moongodess639]

thankyou for this just discovered your channel so mayo is allowed in this diet?

[@mediterraneanminutes]

Sure, an very occasional dollop of mayo is ok just not lots of it but I might suggest a healthier option and it's what I do all the time... mix non-fat greek yogurt (1/2 cup for example) with a smidge of dijon mustard (½ tsp), salt (½ tsp) and a bit of olive oil (1 tsp)... the measurements are give-or-take since I usually just eyeball things. Another option is to make your own mayo with extra virgin olive oil and egg yolk (and garlic if you are so inclined), which I make too since it is such a standard here in Spain, called alioli (and a happen to have a video for it!). Hope these healthier suggestions are helpful. Cheers, Caroline

[@barbramiller9408]

Your red onion, is truly red. In America, purple onions are called red.

[@mediterraneanminutes]

That’s a really interesting observation, Barbra. I never actually thought about it but you’re so right! Don’t know why but they seem to taste pretty much the same…thanks for joining in the conversation. Cheers, Caroline