Superfood the Week: Broccoli

Hey, did you guys know that one cup of raw broccoli provides over a hundred percent of your daily value of vitamin K and cancer-fighting vitamin C? In fact, broccoli's unique antioxidant and anti-inflammatory powers are actually proven to aid in the prevention of cancer. As another added bonus, this versatile veggie is packed to the brim with soluble fiber to combat cholesterol. What's not to love? Here are three creative ways to boost your broccoli intake.

Garden Style Lasagna: This healthy lasagna from Cooking Light is quite the crowd pleaser and loaded with summer veggies like zucchini, squash, carrot and broccoli, too. Low-fat cottage cheese and part-skim mozzarella make this recipe taste indulgent without all the guilt of traditional heavy lasagna. Did we mention it has fewer than 300 calories per serving? Win!Broccoli Salad with Almond Chile Dressing: Give your taste buds a treat with this unique Whole Foods recipe. It dresses up boring old broccoli with a flavorful sauce made from creamy almond butter, ginger, sweet dates and chili peppers. Serve with grilled chicken or tofu for a complete meal.
Broccoli Cheddar Burgers: Broccoli inside a burger? Yep, you heard right! Joy Bauer, RD, sure knows how to sneak those veggies in these delicious, lean turkey burgers. They're perfect for springtime grilling, lightened up with egg whites and a package of frozen broccoli for a fiber boost. Serve them on whole-wheat buns with lettuce and tomato for a serious veggie kick!

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