Creamy Sesame-Mayo Broccoli Egg Salad
Creamy Sesame-Mayo Broccoli Egg Salad
How to Make Delicious Broccoli Egg Salad with Sesame Mayo Dressing
A delightful salad made by tossing blanched broccoli and hard-boiled eggs with a rich sesame-mayo dressing. This recipe uses simple tablespoon measurements for easy preparation.
Salad Ingredients- 1 head of broccoli
- 4 large eggs
Sesame Mayo Dressing- 6 Tbsp mayonnaise
- 1 Tbsp soy sauce (or dark soy sauce for richer flavor)
- 1/2 Tbsp sugar
- 1 Tbsp sesame oil
- 2 Tbsp sesame seeds (whole or lightly crushed)
- Pinch of black pepper
- 1/2 Tbsp lemon juice
- 6 Tbsp mayonnaise
- 1 Tbsp soy sauce (or dark soy sauce for richer flavor)
- 1/2 Tbsp sugar
- 1 Tbsp sesame oil
- 2 Tbsp sesame seeds (whole or lightly crushed)
- Pinch of black pepper
- 1/2 Tbsp lemon juice
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, let’s prepare the hard-boiled eggs. Place the eggs in a pot and cover with water. Bring to a boil and cook for 12-13 minutes to ensure they are fully cooked. This duration results in firm, perfectly boiled eggs.
Step 2
Once the eggs are boiled, immediately transfer them to a bowl of ice-cold water. This rapid cooling makes peeling easier. After cooling, peel the eggs carefully and cut them into large, bite-sized pieces.
Step 3
Rinse the broccoli thoroughly under running water. Trim off any tough ends and cut the head into manageable florets. The stem can also be peeled and sliced if tender.
Step 4
Now, blanch the broccoli to retain its vibrant color and crisp texture. Bring a pot of water to a rolling boil, add the prepared broccoli, and cook for just about 1 minute and 30 seconds. Overcooking will make it mushy, so keep an eye on it!
Step 5
Immediately drain the blanched broccoli and rinse it under cold running water. This stops the cooking process and helps keep the broccoli delightfully crisp.
Step 6
Drain the broccoli thoroughly by shaking it gently in the colander. Excess water can dilute the dressing, so ensure it’s well-drained.
Step 7
Time to make the delicious sesame mayo dressing! In a medium bowl, combine the mayonnaise, soy sauce, sugar, sesame oil, a pinch of black pepper, and lemon juice. For extra nutty flavor, you can lightly crush the sesame seeds in a mortar and pestle before adding them.
Step 8
Whisk all the dressing ingredients together until smooth and well combined. The result is a rich, savory, and slightly sweet dressing with a wonderful sesame aroma.
Step 9
In a large mixing bowl, add the drained blanched broccoli. Pour the prepared sesame mayo dressing generously over the broccoli.
Step 10
Gently toss the broccoli with the dressing using a spatula or spoon, ensuring each floret is evenly coated. Be careful not to mash the broccoli.
Step 11
Add the bite-sized pieces of hard-boiled egg to the bowl with the dressed broccoli. You can gently place them on top.
Step 12
Now, very gently fold the eggs into the salad. Use a spoon to carefully mix, avoiding breaking the eggs too much. This ensures that the creamy dressing coats both the broccoli and the eggs beautifully, creating a harmonious and flavorful salad.
