Steamed Broccoli With Oranges and Pecans
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Steamed Broccoli With Oranges and Pecans
| Mon, 07-14-2008 - 7:40am |
Steamed Broccoli With Oranges and Pecans




Based on individual serving.
Calories: 86
Total Fat: 3 g
Carbohydrates: 14 g
Protein: 6 g
A wonderful side dish! Even children who don't like broccoli can be won over by the sweetness of the oranges and the crunchiness of the pecans.

Serving: 4
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Serving: 4
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
2 tablespoons pecan halves
1 ½ pound broccoli crowns, washed, trimmed, cut into florets
1 orange, peeled, halved, seeds removed, sliced very thin
½ teaspoon minced orange peel
¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 ½ pound broccoli crowns, washed, trimmed, cut into florets
1 orange, peeled, halved, seeds removed, sliced very thin
½ teaspoon minced orange peel
¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1. Preheat oven to 325°.
2. Place pecans in metal pie plate or small cookie sheet and roast in oven for 10-15 minutes or until they begin to brown. Remove from oven, let cool, and coarsely chop.
3. Fill large saucepan with 2" water and bring to a boil. Place broccoli in steaming basket (or stainless colander). Place basket in saucepan, cover and steam for 7 minutes (do not overcook).
4. Transfer broccoli to serving dish, add pecans and orange slices, season with orange peel and pepper. Toss gently to mix. Serve immediately.
2. Place pecans in metal pie plate or small cookie sheet and roast in oven for 10-15 minutes or until they begin to brown. Remove from oven, let cool, and coarsely chop.
3. Fill large saucepan with 2" water and bring to a boil. Place broccoli in steaming basket (or stainless colander). Place basket in saucepan, cover and steam for 7 minutes (do not overcook).
4. Transfer broccoli to serving dish, add pecans and orange slices, season with orange peel and pepper. Toss gently to mix. Serve immediately.
Based on individual serving.
Calories: 86
Total Fat: 3 g
Carbohydrates: 14 g
Protein: 6 g


