Steamed Broccoli and Squash Recipe

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Writes field editor Drorothy Smith of ElDorado, Arkansas, "This hot side dish pairs two colorful vegetables and a savory dressing. I never have leftovers."

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Steamed Broccoli and Squash Recipe

Prep/Total Time: 15 min.

Yield: 4 Servings

10 5 15

Ingredients

1 pound broccoli, cut into spears
1 medium yellow summer squash, halved lengthwise and cut into 1/4-inch slices
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano

Directions

Combine the broccoli and squash in a steamer basket; place in a saucepan over 1 in. of water. Bring to a boil; reduce heat. Cover and steam for 5-8 minutes or until crisp-tender. Meanwhile, combine the remaining ingredients. Remove vegetables from steamer; drizzle with oil mixture and toss to coat. Yield: 4 servings.

Nutritional Analysis: One serving (3/4 cup) equals 86 calories, 18 mg sodium, 0 cholesterol, 5 gm carbohydrate, 2 gm protein, 7 gm fat. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 vegetable, 1 fat.

Originally published as Steamed Broccoli and Squash in Taste of Home June/July 1999, p16