Vegan Cheesy Broccoli

Source: Kimberly Snyder, Better Vegan  Category: Vegan Entrees & Sides

Prep Time: 5 min  Cook time: 13 min  Total Time: 18 min  Serves 2

About this recipe

This simple and easy to make dish is a perfect healthy equivalent to its dairy counterpart. Nutritional yeast provides tangy cheesy flavor without the heaviness of cheese and butter. As many of you know, broccoli is a rich source of multiple vitamins, minerals and fiber. In addition, it contains potent antioxidants and bio-active compounds that help reduce inflammation in our bodies.  Nutritional yeast is a great source of vitamin B12, fiber and protein, and is good for your skin and immune system. Adding it to your dishes instead of cheese is a great way to incorporate this powerful supplement into your diet.

Ingredients:

2 cups small broccoli florets

2 Tbsp. coconut oil (I use Kirkland Signature Cold Pressed Unrefined Organic Virgin Coconut Oil)

1/4 cup nutritional yeast (I use Anthony's Premium Nutritional Yeast Flakes)

Pink Himalayan salt to taste (I use Sherpa Pink Gourmet Himalayan Salt, 5 lbs Fine Grain)

Black pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Fill a medium pot with 1 1/2 inches of water. Insert a steamer basket and add the broccoli. Cover and bring to a boil over a high heat. Reduce the heat to medium and steam until the vegetables are just tender, approximately 7-10 minutes.

2. Meanwhile, add 2 Tbsp. of coconut oil to a small saute pan over medium-high heat and cook for 30 seconds.

3. Reduce the heat to medium and add broccoli and the nutritional yeast.

4. Mix well and cook for approximately 2 minutes. Remove from the heat.

5. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer to a dish and serve.  

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