Instead of the same old boiled broccoli, try a slow saute. A kick of garlic and pancetta brings this healthy green back to life. With 1 cup (250 mL) cooked broccoli serving up more vitamin C than a glass of orange juice, there's no more delicious way to boost immunity.
- Portion size 4 servings
- Credits : Canadian Living Magazine: February 2008
Ingredients
Method
Trim tough stalks from broccoli; cut into 4-inch (10 cm) spears. Set aside.In large skillet, heat oil over medium-low heat; cook pancetta, garlic and hot pepper flakes, stirring occasionally, for about 5 minutes or until garlic is golden and pancetta is crisp.
Stir in broccoli and œ cup (50 mL) water; cover and cook for about 8 minutes or until tender-crisp.
Nutritional facts Per serving: about
- Sodium 161 mg
- Protein 6 g
- Calories 165.0
- Total fat 11 g
- Cholesterol 4 mg
- Saturated fat 2 g
- Total carbohydrate 13 g
%RDI
- Iron 9.0
- Folate 84.0
- Calcium 7.0
- Vitamin A 26.0
- Vitamin C 185.0
