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If you haven’t taken advantage of asparagus season, you’re not too late. But act fast, as it will soon be over.
Asparagus is not just a taste treat. It’s packed with nutritional goodies. Check out my post Six top reasons to eat asparagus. But then add that it also acts as a prebiotic food, something that stimulates and promotes the growth of healthy bacteria in your gut.
Edamame are no slouches either when it comes to nutritional benefits. These beans, which are known as immature soybeans, are packed with protein, healthy fats, fibre, folate along with an assortment of phytonutrients with both heart health benefits and anti-cancer action.
If you’re firing up your grill this weekend, then be sure to add this dish to your menu. It’s from Fruits & Veggies – Half Your Plate, a super resource for healthy eating tips and recipes
Edamame and Asparagus Salad
Makes 5 1-cup servings
Ingredients
1 bunch asparagus
1 tbsp sesame oil
500 grams edamame, shelled
2 tbsp lemon juice
1 tbsp canola oil
1 clove garlic, minced
½ tbsp sesame seeds, toasted
Toss asparagus with sesame oil. Place on preheated greased grill over medium heat. Grill, turning occasionally for 7 minutes or until tender but firm and golden. Remove to cutting board and chop; set aside.
Meanwhile, in a pot of boiling salted water, cook edamame for 5 minutes. Drain well and place in a large bowl; add asparagus.
Whisk together lemon juice, oil, garlic and salt and drizzle over asparagus mixture. Toss to coat. Sprinkle with sesame seeds to serve.
Nutrition information per serving:
• Calories: 170
• Protein: 12 grams
• Fat: 11 grams
• Saturated fat: 1.5 gram
• Carbohydrate: 7 grams
• Dietary fibre: 2 grams
• Sodium: 200 milligrams
Enlightened Eater 
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