Italian Broccoli With Tomatoes

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

• Ready In: 20 mins
• Serves: 6

Ingredients

• 4  cups broccoli florets
• 1  tablespoon water
• 1⁄2 teaspoon dried oregano, crushed
• 1⁄4 teaspoon pepper
• 1  tablespoon lemon juice
• 2  medium  ripe tomatoes, cut in wedges
• 1⁄2 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.