Asparagus offers numerous health benefits due to its rich nutrient profile, including vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. It may aid in digestion, support healthy blood pressure, and potentially help with cancer prevention. Additionally, it's a good source of folate, which is crucial for pregnant women.
Radishes, a cruciferous vegetable, offer several health benefits. They are a good source of vitamin C, fibre, and antioxidants, potentially reducing the risk of cancer and other diseases. Some compounds in radishes may help detoxify the liver. Radishes also support digestive health, help with blood sugar control, and may offer anti-fungal properties.
As the spring produce is finally here, and the asparagus and radish are in season, this tasty salad is full of flavours and also very nutritious. Everything you need for the perfect spring dish!
Warm Asparagus & Chickpea Salad*
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh asparagus
- 1 cup chickpeas boiled/canned
- 1 tsp za'atar
- 2 ½ cups fresh radish, sliced
- ½ cup fresh parsley
- 1 ½ tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- ½ tsp salt to taste
- 20 g vegan feta cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Wash asparagus and chop into bite size pieces.
- Heat up olive oil and add asparagus with za'atar.
- Sauté for 5 minutes and then add chickpeas. Sauté for another 5-6 minutes until asparagus are tender.
- Transfer asparagus and chickpea mixture to salad bowl and add chopped parsley, lemon juice, sliced radish, crumbled vegan feta cheese, then mix ingredients together and salt to taste. Enjoy warm or cold!
- Eat and Enjoy - to the Glory of God! (1 Corinthians 10:31)
Za'atar Spice Blend*
Za'atar is a Middle Eastern spice blend, most commonly featuring dried thyme, sumac, and toasted sesame seeds. It can also include other herbs like oregano or marjoram, and sometimes salt. The specific blend and proportions vary by region and family recipe.
Za'atar is commonly available for purchase in stores. You can find it in the international aisle of many grocery stores, at Middle Eastern markets, or online, or you can make your own.
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp dried thyme–crushed (or sub oregano)
- 1 tbsp cumin
- 1 tbsp coriander
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
- 1 tbsp sumac
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- Mix all the ingredients together in a small bowl.
- TIP: For the best flavour, toast whole spices (cumin seeds and coriander seeds) until fragrant, then grind. Do not grind the sesame seeds. Toasting the whole spices first will make the most flavourful za’atar! If you don’t have whole seeds, feel free to use ground spices.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 3 months.
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