Vitamin C is a nutrient that can help our bodies to make collagen, protect our cells, and support our immune system. It also helps to keep our brain and nervous system healthy. Another benefit of this antioxidant is that it supports our body’s healing process. Because our bodies cannot make Vitamin C, we need to … Read More
Tag: broccoli
Beef & Double Broccoli
A classic Asian take-out favorite gets a healthier facelift by adding a heavy hand of broccoli cooked-two-ways. Serves 4 Ingredients -4 cups broccoli, separated and stems intact -1 lemon (or 3 Tbsp lemon juice) -1 cup brown rice, uncooked -2 cups water -2 Tbsp vegetable oil -1 lb lean ground beef -5 cloves garlic, smashed … Read More
Chicken and Broccoli Quiche
Makes 2 quiches. 6 servings per quiche. Serving size: 1/6 quiche Ingredients: 2 9-inch ready made pie crusts, baked 4 eggs 1 cup low-fat or skim milk salt and pepper to taste 1/2 – 3/4 teaspoon garlic powder 1 package (10 ounces) frozen, chopped broccoli 1/4 cup shredded carrots 1/4 cup chopped onion (optional) 3/4 … Read More
Baked Potato with Cheesy Vegetables
Makes 4 servings Serving Size: 1 potato Ingredients 1 cup chopped broccoli 1/2 cup chopped onion 1/2 cup finely chopped carrots 1 tablespoon margarine 1 tablespoon flour 3/4 cup fat-free milk 1/2 cup shredded low-fat cheddar (or other low-fat) cheese 4 potatoes Directions Wash hands and surfaces. Scrub and bake potatoes in oven for 1 … Read More
Raw Veggies with Yogurt Dip
Makes 6 servings Ingredients 1 cup nonfat plain yogurt 1 package ranch dressing mix 4 ounces baby carrots 1 head broccoli 2 green or red bell peppers Directions Wash hands and surfaces. Wash vegetables. Cut broccoli into florets and peppers into strips. Mix yogurt with ranch dressing mix in a medium bowl. Place vegetables and … Read More
Chicken and Broccoli Crustless Quiche
Makes 8 servings Ingredients 5 large eggs 1 cup low-fat cottage cheese Ground black pepper, to taste 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cooked and shredded 10 ounces frozen, chopped broccoli, thawed 1/4 cup carrots, shredded 1/2 cup onion, finely chopped 3/4 cup low-fat cheddar cheese, shredded Directions Preheat oven to 350°F. … Read More
Chinese Vegetable Stir-Fry
Makes 4 servings Ingredients 3/4 cup pineapple juice 1 tablespoon sugar 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1 1/2 teaspoons cornstarch 1 teaspoon light soy sauce 1 head broccoli 1 head cauliflower 2 carrots 2 stalks celery 1 red bell pepper 2 teaspoons vegetable oil Directions Combine pineapple juice, sugar, lemon juice, cornstarch, and soy sauce in … Read More
Super Stir-Fry
Ingredients Choose 5 vegetables (1/2 cup of each) Onion Broccoli Celery Carrots Peppers Mushrooms Squash Zucchini Cauliflower Choose 1 Starch (1 cup per person, cooked according to package directions) Brown Rice White Rice Rice Noodles Whole-Wheat Spaghetti Noodles 1/4 cup Stir-Fry Sauce (recipe follows) 1-2 tablespoons vegetable oil Directions Wash and chop selected vegetables into … Read More
Broccoli Salad
Makes 8 servings Serving Size: 1/2 cup Ingredients 1 bunch broccoli or 1/2 bunch broccoli and 1/2 head of cauliflower, washed and cut into pieces 2 pieces of bacon, cooked crisp and crumbled 1/4 cup onion, chopped 1/2 cup raisins 1/2 cup low-fat mayonnaise or plain non-fat yogurt 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar 2 tablespoons … Read More
Broccoli Salad
Makes 8 servingsServing Size: 1/2 cup Ingredients 1 bunch broccoli or 1/2 bunch of broccoli and 1/2 head of cauliflower, washed and cut into pieces 2 pieces of bacon, cooked crisp and crumbled 1/4 cup onion, chopped 1/2 cup raisins 1/2 cup low-fat mayonnaise (or plain non-fat yogurt) 2 tablespoons cider vinegar 2 tablespoons sugar … Read More