Steamed Baby Bok Choy

Whenever I come across baby bok choy I grab it; partly because they are so darn cute and partly because they are so darn tasty. This simple preparation is so fresh and clean and comes together quickly. It is a yummy side for rice and tofu.

Steamed Baby Bok Choy

Ingredients:

6 cups baby bok choy
1 tbsp olive oil
1/2 lemon
salt
pink peppercorns

fresh herbs, chopped

Directions:

Boil water in the bottom of a saucepan that is fitted with a steamer basket.

Wash and cut the ends off the baby bok choy. Really wash them well and rinse thoroughly, as they tend to have dirt caught between the leaves.

Put the bok choy in the steamer basket. Cover and steam for 5-7 minutes, depending on how firm or tender you like it.

Place the bok choy in a large bowl and drizzle with the olive oil, lemon, salt and pepper. Toss and put on a serving platter. Sprinkle with fresh herbs (parsley, cilantro, and basil are really good ones) and serve warm.

For 6 servings. Nutritional information from caloriecount.about.com

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 89 g

Amount Per Serving

Calories  30 Calories from Fat  22

% Daily Value*

Total Fat  2.5g 4%

Cholesterol  0mg 0%

Sodium  106mg 4%

Potassium  176mg 5%

Total Carbohydrates  4.7g 2%

Dietary Fiber  0.9g 3%

Sugars  1.0g

Protein  1.1g

Vitamin A 63% • Vitamin C 53% Calcium 7% • Iron 3%

Nutrition Grade A

* Based on a 2000 calorie diet