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Cardiovascular Health/Heart Disease/Hypertension
This easy-to-prepare dish is kid-friendly and vegetarian — and can easily be made vegan.
1 large bunch (about 1 pound) fresh broccoli, rinsed and cut into medium pieces (include tender parts of stems and leaves) or a 1-pound bag frozen broccoli florets (thawed)
1 15½-ounce can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
1 tablespoon olive oil
Salt and black pepper to taste
1 cup shredded Gruyere, cheddar or vegan cheese
⅓ cup whole-wheat breadcrumbs
Before you begin: Wash your hands.
Serving size: 1½ cups
Serves 6
Calories: 340; Total Fat: 15g; Saturated Fat: 6g; Cholesterol: 30mg; Sodium: 456mg; Total Carbohydrate: 34g; Dietary Fiber: 9g; Sugars: 6g; Protein: 19g; Potassium: N/A; Phosphorus: N/A
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