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

