Best 7 Asian Broccoli Salad Recipes

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**Tantalize your taste buds with our irresistible Asian Broccoli Salad, a symphony of flavors that will transport you to culinary paradise!**

This vibrant and refreshing salad boasts a medley of textures and colors, featuring crisp broccoli florets, crunchy red cabbage, sweet and juicy mandarin oranges, and a sprinkling of nutty sesame seeds. Tossed in a tantalizing dressing of rice vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, and a hint of honey, this salad strikes the perfect balance between tangy, savory, and sweet.

As a delightful bonus, this recipe also includes a collection of three additional mouthwatering salad variations:

* **Spicy Szechuan Broccoli Salad:** Ignite your senses with the fiery heat of this Szechuan-inspired salad, where broccoli and red cabbage are coated in a bold dressing infused with chili oil and Szechuan peppercorns.

* **Creamy Asian Broccoli Salad:** Indulge in a rich and creamy twist on the classic Asian broccoli salad, featuring a luscious dressing made with mayonnaise, sour cream, and a touch of Dijon mustard.

* **Thai Peanut Broccoli Salad:** Embark on a culinary journey to Thailand with this exotic salad, where broccoli and red cabbage are tossed in a delectable peanut dressing bursting with authentic Thai flavors.

With its vibrant colors, tantalizing aromas, and symphony of flavors, our Asian Broccoli Salad and its delightful variations promise an unforgettable culinary experience. Prepare to embark on a taste adventure that will leave your palate craving more!

Let's cook with our recipes!

ASIAN PASTA SALAD WITH BEEF, BROCCOLI AND BEAN SPROUTS



Asian Pasta Salad with Beef, Broccoli and Bean Sprouts image

A creamy soy-ginger dressing nicely complements this pasta salad with broccoli, red pepper, bean sprouts, and peanuts.

Provided by Ben S.

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Broccoli Salad Recipes

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 19

3 medium garlic cloves, minced
6 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 teaspoon ground ginger
¾ teaspoon hot red pepper flakes
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
¼ cup vegetable oil
2 tablespoons salt
1 pound penne pasta
8 ounces broccoli florets
1 pound rare deli roast beef, sliced 1/8 inch thick and cut into bite-size strips
3 medium carrots, peeled and coarsely grated
1 medium red bell pepper, cut into bite-size strips
2 cups bean sprouts
3 green onions, thinly sliced
½ cup chopped roasted (or honey-roasted) peanuts
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Mix garlic, soy sauce, vinegar, sugar, sesame oil, ginger, and pepper flakes in a 2-cup Pyrex measuring cup. Whisk in mayonnaise until smooth, then in a slow steady stream, whisk in oil to make an emulsified dressing; keep chilled until ready to toss with salad. Store in a clean jar with lid.
  • Bring 1 gallon of water and 2 tablespoons of salt to boil in a large soup kettle. Add pasta and, using package times as a guide, boil, stirring frequently and adding broccoli the last 1 minute, until just tender. Drain thoroughly (do not rinse) and dump onto a large, lipped cookie sheet. Set aside while preparing remaining salad ingredients.
  • Place all salad ingredients (except soy-ginger dressing) in a large bowl or transfer to a gallon-size zipper bag. (Can be covered and refrigerated several hours at this point). When ready to serve, add dressing; toss to coat and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 467.6 calories, Carbohydrate 53.7 g, Cholesterol 28.6 mg, Fat 19.2 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 23.9 g, SaturatedFat 3.4 g, Sodium 3119.8 mg, Sugar 7.3 g

ASIAN BROCCOLI SALAD WITH TANGY CHILI-GARLIC DRESSING



Asian Broccoli Salad with Tangy Chili-Garlic Dressing image

With broccoli's high levels of antioxidants, anti-inflammatory and pro-detoxification compounds, easy-to-absorb calcium and soluble and insoluble fiber, it's definitely a vegetable you want to be eating more of-and I'm not talking just the usual side of steamed broccoli. It's also a great base for super-tasty meals like this salad.

Provided by Amy Chaplin

Time 1h15m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 medium heads broccoli, stems removed and heads cut into florets (about 1 1/2 pounds total)
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Sea salt
1 cup julienned carrots
1 cup julienned daikon
3 tablespoons thinly sliced scallions
2 tablespoons unrefined sesame oil
1 large clove garlic, thinly sliced
1 red jalapeno, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons brown rice vinegar
2 teaspoons tamari
1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
1 tablespoon black sesame seeds, plus more for garnish

Steps:

  • Roast the broccoli: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Add the broccoli florets, oil and a large pinch of salt to a rimmed baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Toss to combine, and spread out in a single layer. Roast for 20 minutes, stir and continue roasting until broccoli is browning, 10 minutes more. Remove from the oven, and set aside to cool.
  • Make the dressing: Warm the unrefined sesame oil in a small skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic and jalapeno, and cook until garlic is golden, 1 to 2 minutes. Transfer the mixture to a small bowl, and add the vinegar, tamari, toasted sesame oil and sesame seeds. Stir well to combine.
  • Assemble the salad: Add the roasted broccoli, carrots, daikon and scallions to a large bowl, and toss to combine. Divide between 2 bowls, and drizzle with dressing. Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds, and serve immediately.

ASIAN BROCCOLI SALAD



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"This nutritious recipe is my favorite potluck contribution," says Florence Hendrickson of Albuquerque, New Mexico. "I lightened it up, and it's tastier than the original!"

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 cups fresh broccoli florets
2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
2 garlic cloves, minced
Sugar substitute equivalent to 2 teaspoons sugar
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 jar (4 ounces) diced pimientos, drained
2 tablespoons slivered almonds, toasted

Steps:

  • Place broccoli in a steamer basket; place in a large saucepan over 1 in. of water. Bring to a boil; cover and steam for 4-7 minutes or until crisp-tender. Rinse in cold water; drain. Transfer to a large bowl; cover and refrigerate until chilled., In a small bowl, combine the soy sauce, vinegar, garlic, sugar substitute and pepper. Whisk in the oil. Let stand for 30 minutes to allow flavors to blend. , Add pimientos and almonds to the broccoli; drizzle with dressing and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 87 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 327mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

ASIAN CHICKEN BROCCOLI SLAW SALAD



ASIAN CHICKEN BROCCOLI SLAW SALAD image

Categories     Chicken     Bake     Dinner

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 lb of chicken
1/2 bottle of an Asian Dressing (something like toasted sesame)
1 bag of broccoli slaw
1 red bell pepper
3 green onions
1 package of ramen noodles

Steps:

  • Place the chicken in an oven safe dish and cover with the dressing, place in the oven at 350 degrees for 40-ish minutes or until cooked all the way through Thinly slice the pepper and chop the green onions, toss with the broccoli slaw. Once the chicken is done, slice the chicken into thin strips and add to the veggies, pour the remaining dressing over and any additional dressing as needed. Break up the ramen noodles and sprinkle over top. Serve with rice to help stretch the meal a little bit further

ASIAN BROCCOLI SALAD



Asian Broccoli Salad image

My friend Jane gave me this recipe. It's a sure-fire hit at potlucks and picnics. REALLY easy to make, and keeps well. If I know it (or leftovers) will have to wait in the fridge for more than a day, I skip the mushrooms.

Provided by Meredith K.

Categories     Vegetable

Time 26m

Yield 6-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 head broccoli
1/2 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
1 grated carrot (size to taste)
1/2 cup sliced almonds (raw)
1/4 cup vinegar
1/4 cup sesame oil
2 tablespoons honey
3 tablespoons tamari
1/2 teaspoon fresh grated ginger
1 clove pressed garlic

Steps:

  • Peel tough"skin" from broccli stems; slice stems about 1/8"- 3/16" thick.
  • Cut florets into bite size picees.
  • Steam broccoli until just crisp.
  • (Stems will take slightly longer than florets to steam.) Do NOT overcook.
  • Mix dressing ingredients and toss w/ broccoli.
  • Stir in grated carrot, sliced mushroom and almonds.
  • Chill.

ASIAN BROCCOLI SALAD WITH PEANUT SAUCE RECIPE - (4.2/5)



Asian Broccoli Salad with Peanut Sauce Recipe - (4.2/5) image

Provided by andreajayros

Number Of Ingredients 13

PEANUT SAUCE:
1 large head broccoli, cut into small florets
1 cup shelled cooked edamame
1/2 cup green onions, thinly-sliced
1/2 cup peanuts
1 batch peanut sauce (recipe below)
Sesame or hemp seeds, for garnish
1/4 cup organic peanut butter
1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar
1 tablespoon soy sauce (if you are gluten-free, use GF soy sauce or tamari)
1 tablespoon honey or agave nectar
1/8 teaspoon sesame oil
1 to 2 tablespoons hot water, as needed to thin the sauce

Steps:

  • Broccoli salad: Heat a large pot of water until it is boiling. Add in the broccoli florets and boil for 30 seconds. Use a strainer to transfer them into a bowl of ice water, which will immediately halt the cooking process. Drain. Then add the remaining ingredients and toss until combined. Serve immediately, garnished with sesame seeds if desired. Peanut sauce: Whisk all ingredients together until combined. If the dressing is too thick, whisk in hot water a tablespoon at a time until it reaches the consistency you desire.

ASIAN BROCCOLI SALAD



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Categories     Vegetable     Side     Sauté     Quick & Easy

Yield 4-6

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 bunches of broccoli tops
1 can of mandarin orange sections(drain and reserve liquid)
1 tbl vegetable oil
1 tbl sesame oil
1/2 cup Soy sauce
2 tbl pickled ginger
2 tbl honey
1 tbl toasted sesame seeds
zest from one orange(optional)

Steps:

  • In large skillet or wok heat vegetable oil. Add in broccoli. Saute on high heat for no more than 5-10 minutes tossing frequently. Remove from pan and place in bowl. Sit bowl in ice bath to stop broccoli from cooking. In food processor blend sesame oil, soy sauce, ginger, reserved mandarin liquid and honey. Pour over broccoli and toss to coat. Add sesame seeds and mandarin orange sections and toss again. Top with zest, serve immediately or chill and serve later.

Tips:

  • Choose fresh, crisp broccoli for the best flavor and texture.
  • Cut the broccoli into bite-sized florets for even cooking.
  • Blanch the broccoli in boiling water for a few minutes to tenderize it while retaining its bright green color.
  • Use a variety of vegetables to add color, flavor, and texture to the salad. Some good options include shredded carrots, red cabbage, bell peppers, and snow peas.
  • Make sure the dressing is well-balanced, with a good ratio of sweet, sour, and salty flavors.
  • Chill the salad for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

Conclusion:

Asian broccoli salad is a delicious and healthy dish that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It is packed with fresh vegetables and a flavorful dressing, and it is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. With a few simple tips, you can make the best Asian broccoli salad possible. So next time you are looking for a healthy and refreshing meal, give this salad a try.

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