A delicious vegetarian dish that you can make ahead and reheat in the microwave.

2 C. green beans, cut into 2-inch pieces (fresh or frozen)
2 C. broccoli florets (fresh or frozen)
1/4 C. water

Sesame-Ginger Dressing:
2 T. low-sodium soy sauce 1 t. rice wine vinegar
1/2 t. sesame oil
1 t. honey
1/2 t. fresh ginger, grated

1. Whisk dressing ingredients together. Set aside.
2. Microwave fresh green beans with water in covered bowl on high for 2 to 3 minutes.
3. Remove cover carefully, allowing steam to escape away from you. Stir green beans and add fresh broccoli florets.
4. Cover and microwave together on high for 2 minutes. (If using frozen green beans and/or broccoli, follow microwave directions on packaging.)
5. Drain green beans and broccoli.
6. Mix in dressing while still warm.
7. Let vegetables chill in refrigerator until ready to serve (at least 5 to 10 minutes).

YIELD: 4 servings

NUTRITION ANALYSIS PER SERVING: Calories, 42; Fiber, 3 grams; Fat, 1 gram; Cholesterol, 0 milligrams; Sodium, 317 milligrams