Ingredients

1 head broccoli, small florets, with peeled and sliced 1/2" thick stems

1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced

8 cloves garlic, chopped

1/2 pound shiitake mushrooms, sliced

3 cups cooked red beans or 2 (15 ounce) cans, no salt added or low sodium, drained

1 tablespoon Dr. Fuhrman’s VegiZest, or other no salt seasoning

1/2 cup sunflower seeds, lightly toasted

Preparation

In large pan, heat 1/8 cup water, add broccoli, red pepper, garlic and mushrooms, cover and saute vegetables until tender, about 10 munutes. Add beans and Vegi Zest and continue cooking, uncovered for an additional 5 minutes, adding more water if necessary. Top with sunflower seeds.