Broccolini and Chives
Broccolini
Broccolini is a green vegetable with a long stalk and green flowery head much like broccoli. Like broccoli, they are a rich source of vitamin C, folate and dietary fibre.
Find it in… the fresh food section of your local supermarket or green veggie section of your green grocer.
Use them … chopped in frittatas, steamed in salads, added to stir fries with garlic and reduced-salt soy sauce.
Chives
Chives are thin shoot-like plants related to garlic, shallots and leek with a slightly garlic-like aroma. Chives have antibiotic properties and used as an antiseptic. They have pink flowers that are also edible.
Find them in… the fresh herbs and spices aisle of your local supermarket, or in the fresh groceries section of Indian or oriental grocers.
Use them … chopped and added to scrambled eggs, mashed cauliflower, and mushroom sautés.
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