Lemon-Garlic Broccoli over Spaghetti Squash

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Lemon-Garlic Broccoli over Spaghetti Squash
Yield: Makes 6 servings
Ingredients:
1
spaghetti squash (2 pounds)

1
can (about 14 ounces) chicken broth

10
large cloves garlic, halved

2
tablespoons lemon juice

3
fresh sage leaves

2
cups broccoli florets



Preparation:
1.
Place spaghetti squash in large saucepan. Pierce skin with fork. Add enough water to cover. Bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to low; simmer, covered, 20 to 30 minutes or until squash is soft. Cut squash in half lengthwise; remove seeds. Set aside.

2.
Meanwhile, combine broth and garlic in small saucepan. Bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to low; simmer 15 minutes or until tender. Remove from heat; cool slightly.

3.
Place broth, garlic, lemon juice and sage in food processor; process until smooth. Return mixture to saucepan; keep warm.

4.
Combine broccoli and 1/4 cup water in large nonstick skillet with tight-fitting lid. Bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to medium. Cover and steam 5 minutes or until broccoli is crisp-tender.

5.
Using fork, remove spaghetti-like strands from squash. Place squash and broccoli in medium bowl; pour lemon-garlic mixture over squash mixture. Mix well. Garnish as desired. Serve immediately.



Nutritional Information:
Serving Size:
Sodium 246 mg
Protein 4 g
Fiber 3 g
Carbohydrate 14 g
Saturated Fat 0.2 g
Total Fat 0.9 g
Calories from Fat 11 %
Calories 71


This recipe appears in: Vegetable Side Dish