Chinese-Style Broccoli Salad

"This is a refreshing and light tasting broccoli salad. Try sprinkling a few sesame or pumpkin seeds on top for a little extra crunch!"

• Ready In: 10 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 2  heads fresh broccoli
• 2  tablespoons  vegetable oil
• 1  tablespoon salt
• 2  tablespoons light soy sauce
• 2  tablespoons distilled white vinegar
• 2  tablespoons  sesame oil
• 1⁄4 teaspoon salt
• 1  tablespoon white sugar

Directions

1. Separate broccoli into bite-sized florets. Peel tough skin off stem and qarther it into 2 inch pieces cut slantwise.
2. Bring 2 1/2 quarts water, 2 tablespoons oil and 1 tablespoon salt to boil. Add broccoli and boil quickly for 1 minute; plunge into cold water to set color; drain and place on platter or in a bowl.
3. In a small bowl combine soy sauce, vinegar, sesame oil, 1/4 teaspoon salt and sugar. Pour mixture over broccoli, toss. This salad can be served hot or cold, your choice!