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Blueberry and Broccoli Salad

March 1, 2024 by Dinner Tonight

Get a boost of antioxidants with this delicious Blueberry and Broccoli Salad. This easy-to-pull together side salad is perfect to compliment any main course.

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4 2/3 cup
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Servings
4 2/3 cup
Servings
4 2/3 cup
Ingredients
  • 3 cups fresh broccoli chopped
  • 3/4 cup blueberries
  • 1/2 cup low sodium mozzarella cheese diced
  • 1/4 cup whole walnuts chopped
  • 1/4 cup sucralose sweetener
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 3/4 cup non-fat plain greek yogurt
Servings: 2/3 cup
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Instructions
  1. Clean and prep your area.
  2. Wash broccoli and blueberries under cool running water.
  3. Chop broccoli and walnuts into small pieces.
  4. Dice mozzarella cheese into small pieces.
  5. Place chopped broccoli, walnuts, mozzarella cheese and blueberries in a large bowl.
  6. In small bowl mix together yogurt, sweetener and vinegar.
  7. Toss the dressing into the broccoli salad mixture until well combined.
  8. Serve and enjoy!
Recipe Notes

Blueberry Salad

Nutrition Facts
Serving size (155g)
servings per container 

Amount per serving
Calories	180					

% Daily Value
Total Fat	8	g			10	%	
Saturated Fat	2.5	g			13	%	
Trans Fat	0	g					
Cholesterol	10	mg			3	%	
Sodium	35	mg			2	%	
Total Carbohydrate	19	g			7	%	
Dietary Fiber	2	g			7	%	
Total Sugars	14	g					
Added Sugars	8	g			16	%	
Protein	11	g					

Vitamin D	0	mcg			0	%	
Calcium	203	mg			15	%	
Iron	1	mg			6	%	
Potassium	290	mg			6	%

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Chicken and Broccoli Pockets

March 30, 2022 by Dinner Tonight

The best recipes are recipes that will feed a crowd!  Not only do these pocket pleasers make great quick meals, but also freeze well to reheat at another time.


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10 1/2 pocket servings
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10 1/2 pocket servings
Chicken and Broccoli Pockets
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10 1/2 pocket servings
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10 1/2 pocket servings
Ingredients
  • 1 1/2 cups chicken breast cooked and diced or shredded
  • 1 cup Broccoli Baby Florets
  • 1/2 cup sour cream nonfat
  • 1/2 Tablespoon Ranch Dip Mix
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese shredded, nonfat
  • 1 Classic Pizza Crust refrigerated
Servings: 1/2 pocket servings
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  1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Place parchment paper over a baking sheet.
  2. In a large bowl stir together chicken, broccoli, sour cream, and ranch dip mix.
  3. Add in shredded mozzarella cheese and fold together.
  4. Unroll refrigerated pizza crust on a large wooden cutting board. Stretch out horizontally to the size of a 9 X 13 casserole dish.
  5. Slice crust vertically into 5 even sections. Measure ½ cup of filling and place on one side of each section.
  6. Distribute filling and fold over the empty layer of crust over the filling. Press edges with fingers or the edge of a fork.
  7. Transfer pockets to a prepared baking sheet and bake in the oven for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
  8. Let pockets cool slightly before serving.
Freezing for Later?
  1. Individually wrap pockets after cooled with freezer paper or parchment paper. Place in a plastic freezer bag before freezing for up to 2-3 months.
Reheating Frozen Pockets
  1. Microwave: Remove pockets from the freezer and individually warm in the microwave wrapped for 2-3 minutes until heated through to 165 degrees F. Toast on a heated griddle for added crunch!
  2. Oven: Remove from freezer and unwrap. Place on a prepared baking sheet and place inside a pre-heated oven for 350 degrees F for 20-30 minutes until heated through to 165 degrees F.
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Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: broccoli, Chicken, freezer, freezer meal, kid friendly, lunch

Lemon Almond Roasted Broccoli

December 14, 2020 by Dinner Tonight

With just the right amount of crunch and spice, our Lemon Almond Roasted Broccoli makes a great side dish for any celebration.


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6 servings
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6 servings
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6 servings
Ingredients
  • 2 Tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon Red Crushed Pepper Flakes
  • 2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 4 cups broccoli florets Chopped into small pieces or steaks, about 3 heads
  • 1/3 cup almonds Sliced
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese Shredded
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 Tablespoon lemon zest
  • 2 Tablespoon lemon juice
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  1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Spray non-stick spray on a baking sheet.
  2. In a small bowl, combine olive oil, red crushed pepper flakes, garlic powder, and cayenne powder.
  3. Place chopped broccoli into a large bowl and evenly pour in the olive oil mix. Distribute evenly over broccoli and gently mix until broccoli has been coated.
  4. Evenly spread broccoli on baking sheet leaving space in between.
  5. Roast broccoli for 8 to 10 minutes. Remove broccoli from oven and flip broccoli and evenly sprinkle almonds. Roast for an additional 8 to 10 minutes (or until desired doneness).
  6. Once broccoli is out of the oven, sprinkle with parmesan cheese and salt.
  7. Complete the dish by topping the broccoli with lemon zest and lemon juice. Serve and enjoy!
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Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: broccoli, healthy side dish, lemon, side dish, Side Dishes

Broccoli Cheddar Egg Muffins

April 27, 2020 by Dinner Tonight

These simple egg muffins are a great and delicious way to get an extra serving of veggies in at the start of your day!


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12 muffin
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12 muffin
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Servings
12 muffin
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12 muffin
Ingredients
  • Nonstick cooking spray
  • 8 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 head broccoli or 10 ounce bag frozen broccoli
  • 1 cup reduced fat cheddar cheese
Servings: muffin
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  1. Wash your hands and clean your cooking area and utensils. Rinse fresh broccoli head under cool running water. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  2. In a bowl, combine eggs, water and seasonings (salt, pepper, garlic powder) and whisk until well combined and smooth.
  3. Prepare broccoli. If using fresh, cut into florets and place in microwave safe container with 1/2 cup water. Cover with microwave safe covering and steam for 4 minutes. When done, drain the broccoli and wait until cool enough to handle, chop into small pieces. If using frozen, follow package directions to steam, drain, and wait until cool enough to handle, chop into small pieces.
  4. Spray a nonstick muffin tin with nonstick cooking spray. Evenly distribute broccoli among muffin cups, pour egg mixture over broccoli up to about 2/3 full. Top with cheddar cheese.
  5. Bake for 14-16 minutes or until egg is done but cheese is not burnt.
Recipe Notes

Broccoli Cheddar Egg Muffins Nutrition Facts Serving size 1 muffin (78g) servings per container 12 Amount per serving Calories 80 % Daily Value Total Fat 5 g 6 % Saturated Fat 2 g 10 % Trans Fat 0 g Cholesterol 130 mg 43 % Sodium 170 mg 7 % Total Carbohydrate 3 g 1 % Dietary Fiber 1 g 4 % Total Sugars 1 g Added Sugars 0 g 0 % Protein 8 g Vitamin D 1 mcg 6 % Calcium 119 mg 10 % Iron 1 mg 6 % Potassium 152 mg 4 %

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Broccoli Salad

August 29, 2018 by Dinner Tonight

Whether your joining up with friends or having a relaxing family dinner, bring this sweet and savory Broccoli Salad with you!

Broccoli Salad recipe in a large white serving bowl
Broccoli Salad
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Broccoli Salad recipe in a large white serving bowl
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Servings
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Servings
6
Ingredients
  • 4 cup broccoli florets
  • 3/4 cup real bacon bits
  • 1 large apple diced
  • 1/2 cup slivered almonds
  • 1/2 cup shredded lowfat cheddar cheese
  • 2/3 cup fresh or frozen cranberries sliced in half
  • 1/2 cup raisins
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1 cup plain nonfat, greek yogurt
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt and pepper each
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  1. Clear your area for preparation and wash your hands
  2. Whisk water, greek yogurt, salt and pepper together, set aside
  3. In a large bowl, combine broccoli florets, bacon bits, apple, almonds, cheese, cranberries and raisins.
  4. Add greek yogurt mixture to broccoli mixture and toss together
  5. Keep refrigerated until ready to serve
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Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: bacon, broccoli, cranberries, healthy side dish, raisins, Salad, side dish, winter

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