Broccoli with Caramelized Onions & Pine Nuts

1. Toast pine nuts (or almonds) in a medium dry skillet over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, until lightly browned and fragrant, 2-3 minutes. Transfer to a small bowl to cool.
2. Add oil to the pan and heat over medium heat. Add onion and salt; cook, stirring occasionally, adjusting heat as necessary, until soft and golden brown, 15-20 minutes.
3. Meanwhile, steam broccoli until just tender, 4-6 minutes. Transfer to a large bowl. Add the nuts, onion, vinegar and pepper; toss to coat. Serve immediately.

Per serving: 101 calories; 7 g fat (1 g saturated fat, 3 g mono unsaturated fat); 0 mg cholesterol; 9 g carbohydrates; 3 g protein; 3 g fiber; 167 mg sodium; 329 mg potassium

Nutrition Bonus: 69 mg vitamin c (110% dv), 45% dv vitamin a, 62 mcg folate (16% dv).

Exchanges: 1-1/2 vegetable, 1 fat

Contributed by: EatingWell.com

Broccoli’s impressive nutritional profile (think folate, vitamins C and A, fiber, phytochemicals) puts it high on the list of foods to eat more of, an inviting task when you toss it with crunchy pine nuts, soft, sweet onions and tangy balsamic vinegar.