If you haven’t made friends with broccoli yet, now’s the time to do so. Invite broccoli to dinner at least once a week and you’ll be providing yourself and your family with important vitamins and antioxidants that can help ward off cancer and heart disease.
Broccoli is packed with nutrients. Just look at what 1/2 cup of cooked fresh broccoli has to offer:
Calories 23
Dietary fiber 2.4 grams
Protein 2.3 grams
Carbohydrates 4.3 mg
Beta carotene
Vitamin C 49 mg
Folic Acid 53.3 nanograms
Calcium 89 mg
Iron 0.9 mg
And broccoli is the perfect ingredient for everything from soups and salads to casseroles. Try this recipe for Broccoli Cauliflower Salad or this one for Broccoli with Garlic. If your family enjoys casseroles, then make this yummy Broccoli Bake for dinner tonight.
When you’re in a hurry and don’t have much time to get a satisfying and nourishing meal on the table, steam some fresh broccoli, then top it with prepared Mild Chilies and Cheese Dip from the Three Angels Gourmet Co. for a simple and nutritious dish your whole family will love.
So, go ahead. Make friends with broccoli. You'll enjoy a very healthy relationship.
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