Wasabi Lemon Broccoli

Citrusy with the nose-puckering heat of wasabi, this easy salad makes for a delightfully refreshing side dish to accompany an autumn feast. With an optional garnish of soy sauce roasted walnuts, the flavors are all Japanese, but its combination of tastes and textures make this the perfect compliment for a holiday roast or a hearty winter stew.

The key is to roast the broccoli at a very high temperature so you can get some good browning on the outside while the broccoli remains vibrant green with a bit of crunch left in the stems.