Italian Broccoli With Tomatoes

Bec's Note:

A quick vegetable side dish using the microwave! From "Cooking a la Heart"- Delicious Heart Healthy Recipes from the Mankato Heart Health Program, 1988.

• Total Time: 20 mins
• Prep Time: 10 mins
• Cook Time: 10 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 6

• 4 cups broccoli florets
• 1 tablespoon water
• ½ teaspoon dried oregano , crushed
• ¼ teaspoon pepper
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 2 medium ripe tomatoes , cut in wedges
• ½ cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese

Directions:

1. Wash and cut broccoli florets in 1/2 inch pieces.
2. Place broccoli and water in a shallow, round microwave-safe dish.
3. Cover with plastic wrap or lid and microwave on HIGH for 5-7 minutes or until tender (every microwave is different, so keep an eye on them!).
4. Stir several times- Drain.
5. Stir in oregano, pepper, lemon juice and tomato wedges.
6. Sprinkle cheese on top.
7. Cover and microwave to melt cheese.
8. Let stand 2 minutes before serving.

Reviews

[RedVinoGirl]

Very tasty broccoli dish!! Loved the ease of making this and loved the flavor. I'm starting to really warm up to nuked broccoli. This is the 2nd such dish that I have enjoyed the flavor and texture of. Will definitely make this one again. Loved the combo of tomatoes and broccoli. FYI...does not re-heat well in the event you have leftovers.

[Jen T]

Loved the combination of flavours. Used finely grated parmesan for the cheese. This goes into my 'keeper' file :)

[glitter]

This is very good in texture and taste. I made it the second time without the mozzerella and used peccorino-reggiano sprinkled over the top instead. For me I liked the consistency better. I do like it as a quick side dish. Thank you for sharing this recipe.