Asparagus is one of nature's super foods! Not only is it high in fiber (prebiotics), but it also contains high levels of folate, which we need to help breakdown, use, and create new protein. It also contains high levels of B1, Thiamine, which helps your body convert carbohydrates into energy and helps regulate our blood sugar levels.
Have you ever noticed how after eating asparagus your urine might smell different? Well, asparagus is a natural diuretic, which helps excrete water from the body, specifically to help reduce excess levels of salt and fluid. This can be helpful especially in people who retain water more easily or who also suffer from frequent UTI's.
Aside from these amazing health benefits, asparagus can be a fun vegetable to include in our weekly meal plans! I love including asparagus in my morning scrambles, salads, and of course, just as a side dish for dinner. Don't let the idea of cooking asparagus intimidate you. You can cook it so many ways! It's yummy hot, but also delicious cold! We like to roast, smoke, broil, bake, sauté, boil, and steam it!
This recipe is my favorite way to cook asparagus! I like it the most because it takes very little effort and ALWAYS turns out perfect!
Fool Proof Asparagus
Serves 4
1 Bunch of Asparagus
2-3 Tbls of Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Seasonings such as: (use one or two or all of them)
Salt
Pepper
Garlic
Onion Powder
Red Pepper Flakes
Instructions
Wash your asparagus thoroughly. Break the ends off at their natural breaking point (usually about 1-2 inches from the bottom). Cut your asparagus in thirds (not necessary, but my kids eat it much better when it's in smaller pieces). Place your asparagus in a large pan. Coat with olive oil. Turn the pan on LOW heat and cover with a lid. Let your asparagus cook for 10-15 minutes or until it's reached your desired "doneness". I like mine still to have a little crunch to it! Yummy! Season it with your favorite seasonings. My personal favorite is salt with red pepper flakes. Who else likes a little heat on their veggies??
Here's a trick, if you want to add more vegetables to your breakfasts or lunches, bulk prep your veggies. I will always cook extra asparagus and cut it up for egg scrambles or even to throw in a quick rice bowl. That way you don't have to take the extra time to cook it, all you need to do is warm it up! It makes life so much easier and will help you reach your veggie goals for the day!
If you're wondering how you know what your veggie goals should be, I teach you all about this in my 4 week Intro to Learning Nutrition Course! It's here you'll learn all about which foods will help serve your body best when trying to heal. Whether that's from anxiety, depression, asthma, eczema, hormone imbalances, weight loss, this course gives you all of the tools you need to set your food up to serve and heal your body!
Don't forget to tag me on Instagram @nutri_vation if you try out this or any of my recipes! I would love to hear how you like them!
As always, happy cooking!!!
Love,
Danielle
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