Healthy Recipe:

Recipe: Lemon or lime glaze for chicken, fish or vegetables

  • Low sodium = no more than 140 mg of sodium per serving
  • Low fat = no more than 3 g of fat per serving
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Dietitian's tip: This tangy glaze adds a citrus flavor and moisture without additional fat. Serve over chicken, fish or vegetables.

By Mayo Clinic staff
Serves 4

Ingredients

    1 teaspoon lemon or lime juice
    1 teaspoon grated lemon or lime zest
    1/2 cup unsalted chicken broth
    1 tablespoon chopped parsley
    1 tablespoon sugar
    2 teaspoons cornstarch

Directions

In a microwavable bowl, combine all of the ingredients. Whisk to mix evenly. Microwave on high until clear and thickened, about 1 to 2 minutes. Serve immediately.

Nutritional analysis per serving

Serving size: 2 tablespoons
Calories24 Sodium20 mg
Total fat0 g Total carbohydrate5 g
Saturated fat0 g Dietary fibertrace
Monounsaturated fat0 g Protein1 g
Cholesterol0 mg   

 

NU00520 Aug. 4, 2010

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