BROCCOLI STALK SALAD WITH GOJI BERRIES AND BACON

Broccoli Stalk Salad with Goji Berries and Bacon image

Often passed over for the more visually appealing florets, broccoli stalks are the stars of this light, yet satisfying coleslaw-like salad tossed with creamy mustard vinaigrette.

Provided by Food Network

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

6 cups cut broccoli stalks
1 cup sliced almonds
1 cup cooked bacon, loosely chopped
1 cup shredded carrots
1 cup thinly sliced red onions
2 tablespoons goji berries
1/3 cup grade B maple syrup
3 tablespoons whole-grain Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons chopped shallots
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/8 teaspoon salt

Steps:

Peel the broccoli stalks, then cut lengthwise into thin slices using a mandoline. In a bowl, toss together the broccoli, almonds, bacon, carrots, onions and goji berries. In a blender, combine the maple syrup, mustard, shallots, vinegar, oil, pepper and salt until smooth. Add the vinaigrette to the salad and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 248 calorie, Fat 13 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Cholesterol 4 milligrams, Sodium 410 milligrams, Carbohydrate 28 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 8 grams