In this recipe, broccoli spears are dressed with a lemon-mayonnaise sauce and sprinkled with sliced almonds. 

1 bunch broccoli

3 tablespoons nonfat sour cream

2 tablespoons skim milk

1 tablespoon nonfat or low-fat mayonnaise

2 teaspoons lemon juice

1 teaspoon grated lemon rind

teaspoon sugar

1/8 teaspoon salt

1/8 teaspoon dried tarragon

Freshly ground black pepper

2 tablespoons sliced almonds, lightly roasted

  Cut the broccoli into spears, peel the tough skin from the stalks and rinse. Steam for 10 minutes, or until tender. In a blender or food processor, combine the sour cream, milk, mayonnaise, lemon juice, lemon rind, sugar, salt, tarragon and pepper to taste. Blend until smooth. Place the broccoli in a serving dish and pour the sauce on top. Sprinkle the almonds and serve.  Preparation and cooking time: 15 minutes.