Broccoli with Caramelized Onions & Pine Nuts
Broccoli's impressive nutritional profile (think folate, vitamins C and A, fiber, phytochemicals) puts it high on the list of foods to eat more of, an inviting task when you toss it with crunchy pine nuts, soft, sweet onions and tangy balsamic vinegar.
Prep Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
25 mins
Servings:
4 servings, 3/4 cup each
Ingredients
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3 tablespoons pine nuts, or chopped slivered almonds
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2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
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1 cup chopped onion, (about 1 medium)
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1/4 teaspoon salt , or to taste
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4 cups broccoli florets
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2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
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Freshly ground pepper, to taste
Directions
1.
Toast pine nuts (or almonds) in a medium dry skillet over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, until lightly browned and fragrant, 2 to 3 minutes. Transfer to a small bowl to cool.
2.
Add oil to the pan and heat over medium heat. Add onion and salt; cook, stirring occasionally, adjusting heat as necessary, until soft and golden brown, 15 to 20 minutes.
3.
Meanwhile, steam broccoli until just tender, 4 to 6 minutes. Transfer to a large bowl. Add the nuts, onion, vinegar and pepper; toss to coat. Serve immediately.
Nutrition information
Calories 102, Total Fat 7 g, Saturated Fat 1 g, Monounsaturated Fat 3 g, Sodium 166 mg, Carbohydrate 9 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 3 g, Potassium 328 mg. Daily Values: Vitamin A 45%, Vitamin C 110%. Exchanges: Vegetable 1.5,Fat 1.
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet
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