Asian Broccoli and Cauliflower Mint Slaw. Loving the Asian flavors

I do love Asian flavors. Toasted Sesame seed oil brings out such a distinctive taste that an Asian Dish would be incomplete without it. I use a good brand of toasted Sesame oil as you only need a couple of teaspoons to get that wonderful taste.

Asian Broccoli and Cauliflower Mint Slaw

1 head Broccoli

1 head cauliflower

1 cup roughly chopped Almonds

1/4 cup torn mint leaves

1 tsp black sesame seeds

1 tsp white sesame seeds

1 tsp freshly ground black pepper

1/2 tsp sea salt or Himalayan salt

Dressing

1/4 cup Tamari or light soy sauce

2 tbsp toasted sesame oil

1 Tbs Maple syrup

1 Tbs white miso

1 orange, juiced or if using a Vita mix , peel and add orange whole

1 lime juiced or if using a vita mix peel half a lime and add to blender

1 pinch red pepper flakes (if you like it spicy add more)

1 Tsp minced peeled ginger or put whole in vita mix if using

Salad

ut broccoli and cauliflower florets into 1/2 inch pieces. Peel tany tough skin from the stems and cut the stems into 1/2 inch pieces.

Dressing

Add all the dressing to a blender and mix until smooth or add all the ingredients to a large bowl and whisk together. Add to vegetable mix and mix well just before serving.

Broccoli health benefits

  • Packed With Vitamins, Minerals and Bioactive Compounds. ...

  • Contains Potent Antioxidants That Offer Health-Protective Effects. ...

  • Bioactive Compounds May Contribute to Reduced Inflammation. ...

  • May Protect Against Certain Types of Cancer.

  • broccoli may help reduce various heart disease risk factors and prevent heart tissue damage.

  • Sulforaphane, a compound found in broccoli, may be able to slow the aging process. 

  • Broccoli provides an excellent source of vitamin C, a nutrient known to support healthy immune response.

Cauliflower health benefit

  • Boost Ultraviolet Radiation Protection. ...

  • Fight Inflammation. ...

  • Lessen Heart and Circulatory System Issues. ...

  • Lessen Cancer Risk. ...

  • Abundant Supply of Vitamin K. ...

  • Improve Digestion and Detoxify. ...

  • Support Healthy Weight Loss. ...

  • Boosts Brain Health

Gillian Purkiss