Not much is really said about the goodness of adding asparagus into your diet but its benefits will surely not disappoint. Asparagus belongs to the lily family and is low in calories yet high in essential vitamins, minerals and anti-oxidants such as folate (great for pregnancy and child development), rich in vitamin A, C & K. It assists in weight loss, improves digestion as it contains high amount soluble fibre and helps lower your blood pressure, of which is a risk factor for strokes and heart disease. Because asparagus is a good source of potassium it helps maintain heart health and prevent disease.
Ingredients
340g asparagus spears
1 clove of garlic
1 tbsp ground almonds
dash of paprika
Preparation
Step1
Place all ingredients into a food processor or blender and process until smooth
Step 2
If too thick, add a small amount of water
Step 3
Pour into a saucepan and boil until mixture reaches desired consistency
Step 4
Pour over steamed vegetables
Optional: garnish with flaked almonds
Per Serve
Energy 203 kj (48 cal)
Protein 3g (22%)
Carbohydrates 2g (30%)
Sugars 1 g
Fat 1 g (48%)
Fibre 3 g
Sodium 204 mg
Calcium 22 mg
Serves 4
