Sautéed Broccoli

Autophagy activators: SU, SM, PO, SA, SP

Makes 4 servings • Prep time: 10 minutes • Cook time: 10 minutes

Add sprouts to this simple yet delicious dish to increase its sulforaphane content. This makes a great addition to any meal.

• 3 tablespoons tea seed oil
• 3 garlic cloves, chopped
• 1 head broccoli, trimmed and cut into bite-size pieces
• ½ cup vegetable broth
• ½ teaspoon sea salt
• Zest of 1 lemon
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• ½ cup broccoli sprouts (see sprouting instructions)
• 1 large avocado, sliced

1. In a large skillet, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the garlic and cook, stirring continuously, until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Stir in the broccoli and cook until the broccoli is bright green, about 3 minutes.

2. Add the broth and season with the salt, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Cook until the broccoli is tender, 3 to 5 minutes.

3. Top with the sprouts and avocado and serve.

Nutritional analysis per serving (¼ recipe): fat 16g, protein 5g, carbohydrate 15g, net carbs 9g