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Brussels Sprouts with Mushroom Sauce

Brussels Sprouts with Mushroom Sauce

67 Ratings
67 Ratings
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MyPlate Kitchen
Makes: 2 servings
Total Cost: $$$$

This side dish is delicious when made with brussels sprouts, and you could also make it with broccoli, cabbage, kale, collards, or turnips. Cooking time may vary for different types of vegetables.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups Brussels sprouts (or broccoli, cabbage, kale, collards, or turnips)
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth, low-sodium
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon brown mustard (spicy)
  • 1/2 teaspoon thyme (dried)
  • 1/2 cup mushroomS (sliced)

Directions

  1. Wash hands with soap and water.
  2. Trim brussels sprouts and cut in half. Steam until tender -- about 6 to 10 minutes. Or, microwave on high for 3 to 4 minutes.
  3. In a non-stick pot bring the broth to a boil.
  4. Mix in the lemon juice, mustard, and thyme. Add the mushrooms.
  5. Boil until the broth is reduced by half, about 5 to 8 minutes.
  6. Add the brussels sprouts (or other cooked vegetable).
  7. Toss well to coat with the sauce.

Notes

Source:

University of Connecticut Family Nutrition Program
Senior Nutrition Awareness Project (SNAP) Newsletters

Nutrition Information

Serving Size: 1/2 of recipe
Nutrients Amount
Total Calories 54
Total Fat 1 g
Saturated Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 0 mg
Sodium 69 mg
Carbohydrates 10 g
Dietary Fiber 4 g
Total Sugars 2 g
Added Sugars included 0 g
Protein 5 g
Vitamin D 0 mcg
Calcium 46 mg
Iron 2 mg
Potassium 458 mg

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Nutrients Amount
Total Calories 54
Total Fat 1 g
Saturated Fat 0 g
Monounsaturated Fat 0 g
Polyunsaturated Fat 0 g
Linoleic Acid 0 g
α-Linolenic Acid 0.1 g
Omega 3 - EPA 0 mg
Omega 3 - DHA 0 mg
Cholesterol 0 mg
Carbohydrates 10 g
Dietary Fiber 4 g
Total Sugars 2 g
Added Sugars included 0 g
Protein 5 g
Minerals
Calcium 46 mg
Potassium 458 mg
Sodium 69 mg
Copper 153 mcg
Iron 2 mg
Magnesium 24 mg
Phosphorus 97 mg
Selenium 4 mcg
Zinc 1 mg
Vitamins
Vitamin A 34 mcg RAE
Vitamin B6 0.2 mg
Vitamin B12 0 mg
Vitamin C 76 mg
Vitamin D 0 mcg
Vitamin E 1 mg
Vitamin K 160 mcg
Folate 58 mcg DFE
Thiamin 0.2 mg
Riboflavin 0.2 mg
Niacin 2 mg
Choline 23 mg

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MyPlate Food Groups

Vegetables 1 1/4 cups

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