Gomasio is a traditional Japanese condiment of organic sesame seeds, seaweed, and sea salt. Paired with ginger, it adds a nice zip to the broccoli. This works well with Turkey Meatloaf (page 45).
Targeted Side Effects: Hot flashes/night sweats, nausea, muscle aches, joint aches
A good source of vitamins C and A
Calories: 70; Total Fat: 1.5 g; Saturated Fat: 0 g; Total Carbohydrates: 11 g; Fiber: 4 g; Protein: 4 g
1 large head broccoli
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
1 tablespoon gomasio (or 1 tablespoon sesame seeds and ¼ teaspoon sea salt)
1. Rinse broccoli and cut into florets. Peel stems and cut into rounds.
2. Fill a pot with 2 inches of water, add broccoli and garlic, cover, and bring to a boil. When broccoli turns bright green, drain and rinse with cold water. Put back in pot and cover to keep warm.
3. In a large bowl, combine ginger and gomasio. Add broccoli and toss.
Health Tip 101: Ginger is an excellent anti-inflammatory and relieves nausea.