sweet tangy onion & broccoli Salad

This vibrant, cooling salad is engineered for both flavor and metabolic stability. By pairing fiber-rich cruciferous vegetables with healthy fats and a tangy dressing.

Thinly slice the red onion and toss it in a small bowl with a generous pinch of sumac and olive oil. Let it sit while you prep the other ingredients; this softens the onion and creates a beautiful, zesty tang.

Quickly blanch your broccoli in boiling water for 4 to 5 minutes, then immediately submerge it in an ice bath. This maintains the vibrant color and that essential, satisfying crunch. In a large bowl, combine the blanched broccoli, chopped cucumbers, and the sumac-marinated onions.

Whisk the pomegranate paste, honey, and Dijon mustard together until fully emulsified. Drizzle over the salad. Top with a handful of pumpkin seeds and fresh cilantro just before serving for the perfect texture contrast.

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Ingredients

• broccoli

• cucumbers

• Red onion

• Cilantro

• Pumpkin seeds

• Olive Oil, Dijon mustard, Sumac, Pomegranate paste, and Honey

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Nutrition tip

When managing diabetes, the goal isn't restriction—it's smart pairing. While honey adds a natural touch of sweetness, it’s the composition of the entire meal that matters most. By serving it alongside fiber-rich greens, you help slow down glucose absorption, keeping your blood sugar response steady.