6 Healthy and Easy Asparagus Recipes
The easiest way to prepare asparagus is to roast them. Just toss them in with oil and seasoning and bake it for a few minutes, and you have a crispy side dish for your chicken or pork dishes. This quick method of preparation always works well, even if you just use salt and pepper to taste.
If you have extra time in the kitchen, you can be extra creative with this vegetable. Here are some ideas you might want to try:
Cream of Asparagus Cheddar Soup
If you find yourself craving for some healthy soup this summer, this low-carb, high-fat recipe is worth a try. You will need a food processor to puree the asparagus, but the rest is just about tossing in the ingredients into the pan. Super easy!
Photo credit: Diane of Eat Better Recipes
Cheesy Roasted Asparagus
This recipe takes roasted asparagus to the next level. Marinating the asparagus spears enhances the flavor, and the cheese on top of it makes it palatable even for picky eaters. Pair this with grilled meat to complete your low-carb meal.
Lemon Ginger Chicken Asparagus Stir Fry
Why take out Asian food when you can try this simple recipe at home? Simply cook the chicken and asparagus in oil, garlic, and ginger, and then add the sauce. Keep stirring until the sauce comes to a boil and thickens up.
Photo credit: Brenda or Sugar-Free Mom
Low-Carb Keto Asparagus Tart
This tart is perfect for brunch or light lunch with some salad. Its crust consists of only three ingredients and does not need any equipment to make it. You can store this in the fridge for up to three days for make-ahead meals.
Photo credit: Laura of Cook at Home Mom
Asian Steak Kebabs with Asparagus
You would like to use thick asparagus for this recipe so that the spears stay intact when you thread them onto the skewers with the marinated beef and mushrooms. Optionally, you can add more colors to your kebab by adding onions, bell peppers, or fresh pineapple your stick.
Photo credit: Caroline of Caroline’s Cooking
Cauliflower Risotto with Asparagus and Mushrooms
Cauliflower “rice” isn’t new to the low-carb society, but this variation is just full of flavor. Simply stir-fry onion and garlic in oil and then add the sliced mushroom, asparagus, cauliflower, and other ingredients as instructed. Healthy, easy, and tasty.
Do you have any easy asparagus recipes to share with us? Write them in the comments.
Source: diabetesdaily.com
