This Low Calorie Broccolini and Hummus Snack is so amazing! And at just 135 calories (including the hummus) it’s the perfect side dish or snack.
Ingredients You’ll Need:
- 2 bunches Broccolini (about 1 pound total)
- Olive Oil Spray
- 4 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- 1 lemon juiced
- ½ cup Homemade Hummus (or store-bought)
- 2 tablespoons sliced olives (optional)
Low Calorie Broccolini and Hummus Snack
Healthy Broccolini and Hummus Snack Meal Prep and Storage
Meal Prep: Simply add individual portions to meal prep containers and store for later.
Storage: Will hold for 5 days in the fridge.
Low Calorie Broccolini and Hummus Snack
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Low Calorie Broccolini and Hummus Snack
Ingredients
- 2 bunches Broccolini about 1 pound total
- Olive Oil Spray
- 4 cloves garlic thinly sliced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- 1 lemon juiced
- ½ cup Homemade Hummus or store-bought
- 2 tablespoons sliced olives optional
Instructions
- Wash the broccolini in cold water and trim about 1/2-inch off the bottom of the stems.
- Spray a large straight skillet with olive oil and heat over medium-high heat.
- Add the Broccolini and sauté for 6-7 minutes, until the lightly charred.
- Add the garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Cook the garlic for 30 seconds, then add the lemon juice and cover the skillet.
- Simmer in the lemon juice for 2 minutes, then move to two plates.
- Add 1/4 cup hummus to each plate, top with olives and serve.
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