Ingredients

• 6 cups cut broccoli stalks
• 1 cup sliced almonds
• 1 cup cooked bacon, loosely chopped
• 1 cup shredded carrots
• 1 cup thinly sliced red onions
• 2 tablespoons goji berries
• 1/3 cup grade B maple syrup
• 3 tablespoons whole-grain Dijon mustard
• 2 tablespoons chopped shallots
• 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
• 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1/8 teaspoon salt

Instructions

1. Peel the broccoli stalks, then cut lengthwise into thin slices using a mandoline. In a bowl, toss together the broccoli, almonds, bacon, carrots, onions and goji berries. In a blender, combine the maple syrup, mustard, shallots, vinegar, oil, pepper and salt until smooth. Add the vinaigrette to the salad and toss to coat.