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GARLIC-SEARED BROCCOLI





Quick, easy, green — this nutrient-dense, low-calorie dish is a must for gym lovers












Serves 4
Prep time: 5 minutes
Cook time: 6 minutes

Ingredients
2 tsp. olive oil
4 large garlic cloves, minced
4 cups broccoli florets (1⁄2-inch pieces)
1⁄2 cup water

Directions
1. Heat oil in a large, nonstick skillet over medium heat. Sauté garlic for one minute, stirring constantly. Add broccoli and sauté for 2–3 minutes, stirring often.
2. Pour water over broccoli, cover and steam for two more minutes. Stir and serve.

Cook it in five minutes or less by:
>> Steaming — place in a steamer over boiling water
>> Sautéing — sizzle in a skillet with a dash of oil
>> Flash dunking — drop florets into 1 inch of boiling water, scoop out when bright green

NUTRITION FACTS (per serving): 44 calories, 2 g protein, 5 g carbs, 2.5 g fat, 1 g fiber, 0 mg cholesterol, 20 mg sodium, 0 g sugar

--Christine Gable

    


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