Broccoli with Spicy Chick Pea Sauce

broc_chkp Broccoli with Spicy Chick Pea Sauce - This fantastic, fiery broccoli and chick pea side dish recipe, cooks in under 10 Minutes! Fresh, fabulous broccoli, which is loaded with Vitamins A, C, and K, and Potassiam, is partered with high in Protein, Iron, and Potassium chick peas. As delicious as it is healthy, it is also quick and easy!

Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 5-10 mins
Servings: 4
Main Ingredient: Broccoli, Chick Peas
Difficulty Level: 1

Ingredients to make Broccoli with Spicy Chick Pea Sauce

1/2 c Cooked chick peas
1/4 c Plain nonfat yogurt
2  Garlic cloves, peeled, blanched in boiling water for 2 min.
2 tb Water
1 ts Olive oil
1 ts Lemon juice
1/4 ts Ground cumin
1/4 ts Ground red pepper (cayenne)
1/8 ts Salt, or to taste
1 bn Broccoli

Directions to make Broccoli with Spicy Chick Pea Sauce

Step 1:In a food processor or blender, whirl the chick peas, yogurt, garlic, water, oil, lemon juice, cumin, red pepper, and salt for 1 minute or until smooth. Set aside.
Step 2:Cut the florets off the broccoli and peel and slice the stems 1/2 inch thick. Arrange the broccoli in a steamer or colander and set over boiling water in a large saucepan. Cover and steam for 6-7 minutes or until crisp-tender. Transfer to a warm serving dish.
Step 3:Spoon the sauce over the broccoli and toss to coat. Serv

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Low Carb Lunch Salad

hly Low Carb Lunch Salad - This creamy, crunchy, healthy lunch salad recipe is just perfect in every way. Overflowing with deliously, nutritious fresh veggies, toasted nuts, and a tangy, creamy dressing, that is homemade. Also a sensational side dish, especially in warm weather. If you like broccoli, this quick easy recipe is just for you!

Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 0 mins
Servings: 6
Main Ingredient: Broccoli
Difficulty Level: 1

Ingredients to make Low Carb Lunch Salad

Low-fat salad dressing (or mayonnaise) 1/4 cup 60 mL
Light sour cream 1/4 cup 60 mL
Chopped fresh dill (or 1 tsp., 5 mL, dill 4 tsp. 20 mL
weed)
Dijon mustard 2 tsp. 10 mL

Broccoli florets 4 cups 1 L
Grated light sharp Cheddar cheese 1 cup 250 mL
Chopped pecans, toasted 1 cup 250 mL
Dried cranberries 2 tbsp. 30 mL

Directions to make Low Carb Lunch Salad

Step 1:Combine first 4 ingredients in large bowl. Add remaining 4 ingredients. Toss well. Chill for about 1 hour until cold.

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Chunky Spinach Broccoli Spread

spin_broc Chunky Spinach Broccoli Spread - This subtly spiced, vegetarian spinach and broccoli spread/dip recipe is perfect for entertaining. It’s so hefty, hearty, and healthy its more a salsa, than a spread, and you can relax and enjoy this homemeade recipe, as an appetizer, while dinner is grilling, or as a snack for quick afternoon visits.

Prep Time: 5 mins
Cook Time: 45-60 mins
Main Ingredient: Spinach, Broccoli
Difficulty Level: 1

Ingredients to make Chunky Spinach Broccoli Spread

1/4 c Extra-virgin olive oil
1 ts Whole cumin seeds
1/2 ts Crushed red pepper flakes
2 tb Fresh lime juice
1/2 ts Salt
1/4 ts Black pepper
1 lb Broccoli,cut into 1/4 inch pieces,stem included
1/4 lb Fresh spinach
1/2 c Water
2 tb Grated coconut

Directions to make Chunky Spinach Broccoli Spread

Step 1:Heat oil in non-stick frying pan over medium-low heat. Add cumin & pepper flakes & fry for 1/2 minute. Stir in lime juice, salt, pepper, vegetables & water.
Step 2:Cover & simmer until the vegetables are reduced to a chunky puree (45 to 60 minutes). Stir occasionally.
Step 3:Serve with an assortment of crakers or tortilla chips.

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Steamed Broccoli with Garlic

June 4, 2009 by Firehouse Chef  
Filed under Easy, Side Dish, Videos, healthy

Steamed Broccoli with Garlic - The crunchy, healthy dark green goodness of broccoli, first steamed then sauteed with fresh garlic. A bright, colorful, delicious, vegetable side dish that will soon be a family favorite.


How To Make Steamed Broccoli with Garlic Video

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