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Featuring Broccoli, the March Pick of the Month

Broccoli offers an array of nutritional benefits and can be used in a variety of ways.

Explore broccoli at your local grocery store!

Prep Time: 10 minutes.

Cook Time: 20 minutes.

Servings: 8.

Ingredients

8-ounces whole wheat spaghetti noodles.
1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds.
2 tablespoons sugar.
3 tablespoons soy sauce.
2 tablespoons vinegar.
1/4 cup olive oil.
1-1/2 cups broccoli, chopped.
3 cloves garlic, minced.
1-1/2 cups cooked chicken, diced.

Directions

Cook pasta according to package instructions.
In a small bowl, whisk together sugar, soy sauce and vinegar. Set aside.
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add broccoli, cook for a few minutes, then add garlic.
Add chicken and cook until heated through.
Mix in pasta and soy sauce mixture. Top with sesame seeds and enjoy!

What’s so Great About Broccoli?

Broccoli is an excellent source of vitamin C, vitamin A, and vitamin K.
This vegetable contains indoles, a phytochemical which may protect against certain types of cancer.
You can eat the stems! The outer skin is tough but can be removed with a peeler.

What’s the Best Way to Eat Broccoli?

Raw or cooked.
Add to pasta, casserole, pizza, soup, stew, omelets and stir fry.

Selection & Preparation

Selection: Choose broccoli that has dark green, firm, tightly bunched florets.
Storage: Store whole broccoli in the refrigerator in a plastic bag and use within a week for best quality.
Preparation: Wash broccoli before eating.
Cooking: Blanch, steam, roast or sauté.

Serving Size: 1 cup.
Amount Per Serving
- Calories: 240.
- Total Fat: 9 g.
- Total Carbohydrates: 27 g.
- Dietary Fiber: 4 g.
- Protein: 13 g.

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