Mediterranean Diet Friendly Broccoli Sprout Salad with Lemon & Garlic
Bright, peppery broccoli sprouts meet cool cucumber and crisp radishes in a salad that feels genuinely refreshing rather than like an afterthought. The dressing is a simple emulsion of extra-virgin olive oil and fresh lemon juice — two pillars of Mediterranean-style eating — sharpened with a clove of minced garlic that mellows beautifully after just five minutes of resting. That short rest is a small but smart step: it takes the raw edge off the garlic without losing any of its flavor, so every bite is bold but balanced. Tossing the sprouts and sliced vegetables gently keeps the textures intact, meaning you get that satisfying crunch all the way through. A scatter of raw pumpkin seeds on top adds a subtle nuttiness and a little extra bite if you want it. The whole thing comes together in one bowl with no cooking required, making it an easy choice for a light lunch or a vibrant starter. Clean ingredients, zero fuss, and a flavor payoff that punches well above its weight.
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4 servings
For the salad
- 4 cups broccoli sprouts
- 1 cup thinly sliced cucumber
- ¼ cup thinly sliced radishes
For the dressing
- 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice (from about 1 large lemon)
- 1 clove garlic, finely minced or pressed
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt
- ⅛ tsp black pepper
For serving
- 1 tsp raw pumpkin seeds (optional)
Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper until the dressing is uniform and slightly emulsified.
- 2
Let the dressing sit for 5 minutes so the garlic mellows slightly into the lemon and oil.
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