Veal With Spinach And Tomatoes 6 servings/serving size: 2/3 cup
If you haven't tried the flavor combination of fresh tomatoes, savory spinach, and tender veal, you're in for a treat. This dish is great served over orzo pasta or rice.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, coarsely chopped
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 pound very thin veal, cut into l-inch strips
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- Salt and pepper to taste (optional)
- 1/2 cup fat-free low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
- 2 cups Roma tomatoes (about 5 medium), quartered
- 2 cups packed baby spinach leaves
Directions
- In a large nonstick skillet coated with nonstick cooking spray, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Sauté the onion and garlic about 5 minutes or until tender.
- Sprinkle the veal with flour and salt and pepper (if using). Add the veal to the skillet and sauté until lightly browned, stirring constantly.
- Stir in the chicken broth and thyme. Bring to a boil, then cover, reduce heat, and simmer 8-10 minutes or until the veal is almost tender.
- Add the tomatoes and spinach, cover, and simmer 8 minutes or until the tomatoes and spinach are softened.
EXCHANGE:
1/2 Carbohydrate2 Lean Meat
Nutritional Information
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PER SERVING Calories 139 Calories from Fat 41
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Total Fat 5g
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Sat. Fat 1g
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Cholesterol 63mg
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Sodium 82mg
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Total Carbohydrates 7g
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Dietary Fiber 2g
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Sugars 3g
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Protein 17g
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