Recipe: Broccoli-Nectarine Stir-Fry (low fat - using carrots, garlic, and ginger)

BROCCOLI-NECTARINE STIR-FRY

For best results, cut broccoli and nectarine into small pieces that are the same size.

1 tsp. canola oil
2 1/2 cups broccoli florets, cut into bite-size pieces
1/3 cup shredded carrots
1 nectarine or peach, cut into thin slices
2 Tbsp. chopped green onion
1 clove garlic, minced
1/2 tsp. peeled finely chopped fresh ginger
2 Tbsp. water
2 tsp. reduced-sodium soy sauce
1/2 tsp. toasted sesame oil
2 Tbsp. toasted slivered almonds
Cooked brown rice, if desired

In large nonstick skillet, heat canola oil over medium high heat. Add broccoli and stir-fry 4 minutes.

Add carrots and stir-fry 30 seconds.

Add nectarine, green onion, garlic, ginger, water, soy sauce and sesame oil. Stir-fry 1 minute.

Top with almonds. Serve immediately over brown rice.

Makes 4 servings

Per serving: 73 calories, 4 g total fat (< 1 g saturated fat), 9 g carbohydrates, 3 g protein,3 g dietary fiber, 100 mg sodium.

Source: American Institute for Cancer Research