Real Life of an MSW

The Purple Sprouting Broccoli reminded me of a miniature bouquet of flowers. It was one of the edible unfamiliar treasures in my new biweekly curated produce and pantry box. I wish I could have asked the local grower how they are grown and the best way to prepare them. The next best thing was to do a Google search. I quickly learned “Unlike other broccoli plants, which produce a single large head, Purple Sprouting Broccoli plants produce smaller heads with multitudes of tender side shoots” (one can tell this by just looking at them). What I didn’t know is that according to Google, “These shoots often taste especially sweet and delectable due to their exposure to cooler temperatures.” I popped one in my mouth and it was more floral and citrusy than sweet. I decided the best way to utilize this ingredient would be raw in a salad. Have you come across Purple Sprouting Broccoli? If so, how have you utilized it in cooking?

• Fresh mixed greens 
• Bunch of Purple Sprouting broccoli 
• Apple cut into cubes
• Fresh herbs of your choice- I used dill, cilantro, and basil 
• Torn chunks of sourdough bread 
• Roasted red beets cut into cubes 
• Toasted walnuts 
• Bacon cut into chunks 
• Cheese, shredded  

Toss ingredients with Herb Vinaigrette Salad Dressing.

Verdict: I would purchase Purple Sprouting Broccoli again.