BROCCOLI FETA PASTA SAUCE RECIPE
Ingredients
- 16 oz package of broccoli florets
- 5 oz fat free feta cheese
- 2 tbsp light butter
- 1 small onion - (finely chopped)
- 3 garlic cloves - (minced)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ⅓ cup water
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Using microwave or vegetable steamer, steam broccoli until tender.
- In a large, nonstick skillet, melt butter over medium high heat. Add in onions and garlic and sauté for about 3-4 minutes or until onions begin to soften and become translucent.
- Transfer cooked onions and garlic to a blender. Add in the steamed broccoli, feta cheese, olive oil , lemon juice, water, and salt & pepper. Puree until smooth. Add additional water if sauce is too thick.
Notes
- The entire recipe makes 4 servings
- The serving size is about 3/4 cup
Nutrition
Calories: 171 kcal (9%)Carbohydrates: 12.2 g (4%)Protein: 11.2 g (22%)Fat: 9.7 g (15%)Saturated Fat: 4.2 g (26%)Cholesterol: 15 mg (5%)Sodium: 649 mg (28%)Potassium: 411 mg (12%)Fiber: 3.4 g (14%)Sugar: 5.4 g (6%)Calcium: 150 mg (15%)Iron: 0.9 mg (5%)