Broccoli & Sweet Potato Salad

Looking for a delicious and healthy side dish to complement your meal? Look no further than this Broccoli & Sweet Potato Salad! This vegetarian and gluten-free recipe is not only very healthy, but it's also incredibly easy to make. Ready in just 45 minutes, this dish serves 8 and comes in at a modest 152 calories per serving.

Packed with nutritious ingredients, this salad features 4 cups of fresh broccoli florets, 2 medium sweet red peppers, and 4 cups of cubed peeled sweet potatoes. To add some richness, we've included 0.5 cup of crumbled feta cheese and 2 tablespoons of sunflower kernels. The dressing is a simple yet flavorful combination of cider vinegar, olive oil, salt, and pepper.

To prepare this tasty dish, you'll need a few basic pieces of equipment: a bowl, a saucepan, an oven, a whisk, and a baking pan. First, you'll roast the sweet potatoes, red peppers, and thyme in the oven, then blanch the broccoli in boiling water before shocking it in ice water to retain its vibrant green color. Finally, you'll combine all the ingredients in a large bowl and toss them with the dressing.

With a caloric breakdown of 11.35% protein, 40.15% fat, and 48.5% carbs, this Broccoli & Sweet Potato Salad is the perfect side to balance out your meal. Give it a try and enjoy a healthy, flavor-packed addition to your table!