Broccoli and Cauliflower Tower

Broccoli and Cauliflower Tower
Broccoli and Cauliflower Tower might be just the side dish you are searching for. This recipe covers 15% of your daily requirements of vitamins and minerals. One serving contains 63 calories, 4g of protein, and 2g of fat. This recipe serves 8. Head to the store and pick up broccoli florets, salt, pepper, and a few other things to make it today. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes around 45 minutes. It is a good option if you're following a gluten free, primal, and vegetarian diet.

Instructions

1
Bring a large pot of water to boil.
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Add 2 tsp. salt and cauliflower; cook until just tender, 7 minutes.
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Drain and rinse under cold water. Repeat with broccoli, cooking for 5 minutes and rinsing. Blot both dry with paper towels.
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Grease a 2-quart microwave-safe bowl with 1 Tbsp. butter. Starting with a layer of cauliflower, fill bowl tightly, alternating veggies to create layers when bowl is inverted (as pictured).
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Cover bowl with waxed paper; fit a small plate on top. Weigh down plate with a few soup cans; let stand 1 hour.
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Remove cans. Microwave bowl on high for 10 minutes.
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Remove plate and paper, place serving dish on top and carefully invert.
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Remove bowl and sprinkle with pepper.
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Ready In45 m.
Servings8
Health Score21
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