The recipe is also incredibly simple to make with easy-to-find ingredients.

Her secret is mixing broccoli right into the romaine as the salads base.

Broccoli is also full ofantioxidants, which help lower inflammation.

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Neither one of these tweaks make the salad any more difficult to make.

In fact, it only takes 10 minutes to throw it all together.

First prepare a large bowl, and fill it with cold water and a handful of ice cubes.

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Place clean and prepared broccoli florets into the bowl and submerge.

Let sit while you prepare the dressing.2.

Prepare romaine hearts by slicing into bite sized pieces and toss into a large mixing bowl.

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Drain and pat dry broccoli, and add to the romaine bowl.3.

Add dressing, and using your hands, massage the dressing into the salad.

Toss in sprouts or other delicate green of choice and gently toss again to coat.4.

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