Broccoli and Green Beans with Ginger Green Sauce

A delicious green sauce gives these favorite vegetables a pleasant kick and allows the cook a little artistry when it comes to table presentation. Each serving equals one 5 A Day serving.

Ingredients

• 2 cups green beans, sliced into bite-sized pieces (use fresh or frozen)
• 2 cups broccoli florets, cut into bite-sized pieces (use fresh or frozen)

Green Sauce:

• 2 cups tightly packed, fresh spinach leaves
• ½ cup low-sodium vegetable broth
• ¼ tsp. low-sodium soy sauce
• ½ tsp. sesame oil
• 2 tsp. rice wine vinegar or white vinegar
• ½ tsp. grated fresh ginger (optional)

Directions:

1. Purée green sauce ingredients in the blender until the sauce is bright and very smooth.
2. Meanwhile, use the stove or microwave to steam green beans and broccoli just until each is bright green and tender-crisp.
3. To serve, drizzle some green sauce on each plate, and top with a ¼ cup pile of hot green beans and a ¼ cup pile of hot broccoli.

Nutritional Analysis:

Makes 4 servings. Nutrition information per serving: Calories 43, Protein 2g, Fat 1g, Calories From Fat 16%, Cholesterol 0mg, Carbohydrates 8g, Fiber 4g, Sodium 128mg.

Recipe Courtesy Eat 5 to 9 a Day for Better Health