Asian-Flavored Broccoli with Tofu

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     Prep and Cook Time: 15 minutes     Serves: 2


     Ingredients:


     1 lb broccoli, florets cut into quarters
     2 medium carrots, sliced thin
     8 oz tofu cut into cubes
     3 TBS extra virgin olive oil
     2 tsp lemon juice
     2 medium cloves garlic
     1 TBS tamari (soy sauce)
     2 TBS grated ginger
     1 TBS rice vinegar
     red pepper flakes to taste



     Directions:


     1. Fill bottom of steamer with 2 inches of water.

     2. While steam is building up in steamer, cut broccoli florets into quarters and let them sit for 5-10 minutes to enhance their health
         promoting properties. Also cut stems into 1/4-inch pieces.

     3. Press or chop garlic and let sit for at least 5 minutes.

     4. Add tofu and sliced carrots to steamer and steam for 2 minutes.

     5. Add broccoli and steam for 5 more minutes.

     6. Toss with rest of ingredients.


     Optional: To mellow the flavor of garlic, add garlic to steamer for the last 2 minutes of steaming.