Recipes With Broccoli and Corn

Broccoli

Broccoli contains vitamin C and beta-carotene, important antioxidants that have been linked to a reduced risk of degenerative diseases. Broccoli is high in fiber, which prevent constipation. Broccoli contains a high amount of potassium, that helps maintain a healthy heart and regulates blood pressure. The magnesium and calcium in broccoli is important for bone health and to prevent osteoporosis. It also has vitamin K, which keeps the brain healthy.

Delicious Broccoli

4 thick broccoli stalks without florets

1 tbsp sesame oil

2 garlic cloves finely cut

Juice of one lemon

Remove the thick skin from the stalks. Cut stalks lengthwise in thin slices. In large saucepan, heat the oil. Add garlic, fry lightly. Add broccoli, fry 3 to 5 minutes over medium –high heat, until tender. Add lemon juice.

Curried Corn Salad

Ingredients

1 tbsp vegetable oil

1 cup red onion, finely cut

½ cup red pepper, finely cut

½ cup green pepper, finely cut

½ tsp curry powder

½ tsp dried oregano ¼ tsp turmeric

4 cups cooked corn

(steam corn for five minutes, then cut from cob

½ cup green olives sliced

½ cup mayonnaise

Method

• Heat oil in large saucepan. Add onion, and fry until soft.
•  Add red pepper and green pepper, and fry briefly until they just begin to wilt.
• Add curry powder, oregano, sand turmeric, and fry briefly.
• Add to corn in a large bowl. Stir in olives.
• Add mayonnaise and sea salt, and mix well.