Broccoli is one of the most versatile cruciferous vegetables around. Mild and sweet with bushy florets, it's fun to eat too. Broccoli's got plenty of vitamins A, C and K as well as cancer-fighting phytochemicals. It also has folic acid and fiber that's necessary to good health. Make this broccoli and walnut salad as a healthy substitute for potato or pasta salad in the summer.
Instructions
1. Chop the broccoli into large pieces, including the stem. Steam until slightly tender. Set aside to cool.
2. Soak the golden raisins in warm water and set aside.
3. Mix the lemon juice, mayonnaise and sour cream until smooth. Add the dill, salt and pepper to taste. Store in the refrigerator.
4. Cut the bite-sized pieces and place in a large salad bowl.
5. Add the red grapes to the broccoli.
6. Chop the walnuts with a knife or nut chopper and add to salad.
7. Drain the water from the raisins and add them to the salad.
8. Remove dressing from refrigerator and stir into salad. Be careful not to crush the broccoli. Let the flavors set for at least a day.
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