Grilled Broccoli Salad

Directions

1. Heat a skillet over medium-low heat and add the chopped bacon. Cook, stirring occasionally until the bacon is golden and crunchy and the fat has rendered. Remove the bacon with a slotted spoon and place it on a paper towel to drain and excess grease.
2. Preheat the grill to medium heat. To grill the broccoli, slice it top-down into thick pieces in a bowl. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Once the grill has been hot for 10 to 15 minutes, place the broccoli pieces on the grill. Grill for 2 to 3 minutes per side, or until it&rsquo,s charred and golden. Remove the broccoli and let it cool slightly, then chop it into pieces.
3. Once the broccoli has been cooked, place it in a large bowl. Add in the bacon, diced shallot and almonds. Toss the mixture together. Drizzle on half of the dressing and toss the salad well. At this point, you can determine how much more dressing you want to add. You can also add a sprinkle of salt and pepper here if the salad needs that.
4. In a bowl, whisk together the vinegar, honey, mustard, garlic, salt and pepper. Continue to whisk while streaming in the olive oil. This dressing stays great in the fridge in a sealed container for a week or so.