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Steamed Broccoli with Miso-Sesame Dressing

An outstanding member of the Brassica family, broccoli aids in detoxification, and steaming is the best cooking method for retaining the vegetable’s potent nutrients. Miso, or fermented soybean paste, contains B vitamins, protein, and probiotics, which strengthen immunity.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    serves 4

Ingredients

2 heads broccoli (2 pounds), separated into florets (4 cups)
2 tablespoons dark miso
1 tablespoon plus
1 1/2 teaspoons sesame seeds, toasted (page 57)
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon plus
1 1/2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
1/4 cup (2 ounces) drained silken tofu
2 to 3 tablespoons water
2 tablespoons minced red bell pepper (ribs and seeds removed), for garnish

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Fill a pot with 2 inches of water. Set a steamer basket (or colander) in pot; bring water to a boil. Place broccoli florets in basket, and steam until bright green and just tender, about 5 minutes.

    Step 2

    Meanwhile, mix together miso, sesame seeds, the lemon juice, and oil in a bowl. Slowly add tofu and 2 tablespoons water, stirring until combined; if dressing is too thick, add up to 1 tablespoon more water.

    Step 3

    Transfer broccoli to a serving dish; drizzle with dressing, and garnish with red bell pepper.

  2. Nutrition Information

    Step 4

    (Per Serving)

    Step 5

    Calories: 116

    Step 6

    Saturated Fat: .8g

    Step 7

    Unsaturated Fat: 4.9g

    Step 8

    Cholesterol: 0mg

    Step 9

    Carbohydrates: 8.4g

    Step 10

    Protein: 4.8g

    Step 11

    Sodium: 261mg

    Step 12

    Fiber: 2.7g

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