Charred Broccoli Salad with Dates, Almonds & Cheddar

INGREDIENTS

Broccoli heads, 1.25-1.5 lbs., small

Medjool dates, pitted and roughly chopped

1 tsp

Honey or maple syrup

Kosher salt

Nice flaky sea salt

Pepper, freshly ground

Olive oil, extra-virgin

1 tbsp

Vinegar

2 oz

Cheddar, aged or sharp

1/2 cup

Salted marcona (or other) almonds, roughly chopped