Broccoli and Feta Salad with Toasted Almonds

This broccoli and feta salad is a great way to use up leftover broccoli. It's also a healthy and delicious side dish that can be served warm or cold. The toasted almonds add a nice crunch and the lemon juice and honey add a bit of sweetness and acidity.

I first came up with this recipe when I was trying to figure out what to do with some leftover broccoli. I had already roasted it, but I didn't want to just eat it plain. So I started experimenting with different ingredients and came up with this salad. It's now one of my favorite ways to eat broccoli.

Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 15 | Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1 head of broccoli, cut into florets
• 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
• 1/4 cup toasted almonds
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
2. Spread broccoli florets on a baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil.
3. Roast in preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until tender-crisp.
4. While the broccoli is roasting, toast the almonds in a small skillet over medium heat until golden brown.
5. In a large bowl, combine the broccoli, feta cheese, toasted almonds, olive oil, lemon juice, honey, salt, and pepper.
6. Toss to coat.
7. Serve immediately.

Why It Works

• The roasting of the broccoli brings out its natural sweetness and caramelizes the edges.
• The feta cheese adds a salty and tangy flavor that complements the sweetness of the broccoli.
• The toasted almonds add a nice crunch and texture.
• The lemon juice and honey add a bit of sweetness and acidity that brightens up the flavors of the salad.