Easy Thai-Flavored Raw Broccoli Salad with Mint and Peanuts

Ingredients

• 7-8 cups bite-sized broccoli flowerets
• 1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion
• 1/2 cup chopped mint leaves
• 1/2 cup chopped peanuts
• 3 T fresh-squeezed lime juice
• 2 T fish sauce
• 1 T sweetener of your choice
• 1/2-1 tsp. hot pepper flakes

Directions

1. Cut away the broccoli stems, then separate the tops into bite-sized florets. For a tidier prep, slice through the stem end and gently pull the floret apart instead of cutting straight through the top. If the broccoli needs a little refreshing, plunge it into cold water, then dry it well in a salad spinner or with paper towels.
2. Stir the lime juice, fish sauce, sweetener, and hot pepper flakes together until you have a smooth dressing.
3. Slice the red onion thinly, then chop the mint and peanuts.
4. Put the dried broccoli in a bowl with the dressing and toss until the florets are evenly coated.
5. Add the red onion, mint, and peanuts, toss once more, and serve.