This version of a new HMR entrée features green as the primary rainbow-nutrition color. The addition of dark, leafy greens ensures extra mineral benefits, including potassium, iron and calcium for “body building” at the cellular level. We are what we eat!

As with many Italian recipes, a dash of nutmeg and a splash of balsamic vinegar add layers of subtle flavors. The preparation is so quick that your healthy table is ready to enjoy in a flash… green flash, that is!

Ingredients
1 HMR Pasta Fagioli Entrée
1 cup Fresh spinach, kale or chard, cut
2 cups Fresh or frozen green vegetables*, cubed
1 cup Tomatoes, fresh or canned, chopped
Chicken broth or water (optional) as desired for consistency
¼ cup Chopped parsley and/or basil
1/8 teaspoon (a pinch) Ground nutmeg
2 teaspoons Balsamic vinegar

* Broccoli, green beans, zucchini, asparagus, etc.

Preparation

1. If you choose fresh vegetables, lightly steam in a pan or microwave (covered) in a small amount of water until tender-crisp.
2. You do not need to pre-cook frozen vegetables.
3. Carefully toss all ingredients in a bowl, reserving vinegar. Microwave on high, covered, for 1½-2 minutes or until warmed.
4. Splash with balsamic vinegar and serve.

Calories: 375
Vegetable Servings: 4

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Source: The Healthy Table

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