Best Broccoli Floret Salad With Artichokes Recipes

CRUNCHY BROCCOLI SALAD WITH ARTICHOKES AND OLIVES

Steps:

• Peel tough layer from broccoli stems and dice broccoli stems and florets into about 3/8" squares.
• Chop marinated artichoke hearts into similar size as broccoli.
• Combine broccoli, olives, artichoke hearts in a bowl and toss with mayonnaise and a couple of tablespoons of the reserved artichoke marinade.
• Add salt and pepper to taste.
• Serve chilled. Stir well before serving.

MARINATED VEGETABLE SALAD

Steps:

• Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Have a large ice bath ready.
• Add the broccoli, cauliflower and artichokes to the boiling water and cook until crisp tender, 2 to 3 minutes. Drain and transfer to the ice bath to stop the cooking. Drain the vegetables and pat dry with paper towels.
• Whisk together the olive oil, vinegar, garlic and 3/4 teaspoon salt in a large bowl. Add the broccoli, cauliflower, artichokes, olives, capers, oregano and cherry peppers and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours and up to overnight. Serve cold or at room temperature.

ITALIAN TORTELLINI-VEGETABLE SALAD

Steps:

• In large saucepan, cook and drain tortellini as directed on package, adding cauliflower and broccoli during last minute of cooking time. Rinse with cold water to cool; drain well.
• Meanwhile, in large bowl, mix tomatoes, onion, parsley, bell pepper and artichokes.
• Add tortellini, cauliflower and broccoli to salad; stir gently. Add dressing and reserved 1/4 cup artichoke liquid; toss to mix. Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate until serving time.

BROCCOLI WITH ARTICHOKE HEARTS

Steps:

• Bring a small amount of water to boil and steam flowerets until bright green and crisp-tender,about 5 minutes.
• Plunge into cold water to stop cooking, drain and set aside.
• Heat oil in skillet over medium heat.
• Add hot peppers and garlic and cook 1 minute.
• Stir in artichoke hearts and cook about 3 minutes, remove from heat and stir in broccoli and lemon juice.
• Transfer to serving bowl and serve immediately.

CRUNCHY FLORET SALAD

Steps:

• In a large bowl, combine the broccoli, cauliflower and bacon. In a small bowl, whisk the mayonnaise, sugar, vinegar and salt. Pour over salad and mix well. Cover and refrigerate until serving. Stir in the cheese.