6 Asparagus Recipes for Effective Weight Loss

Asparagus helps lose weight. Photo source: Adobe Stock

Below are some asparagus recipes for weight loss shared by nutritionist Abhilasha V at Cloudnine Group of Hospitals.

1. Grilled asparagus with lemon and garlic

Ingredient:

- 1 bunch of asparagus

- 1 tablespoon olive oil

- 2 cloves garlic (minced)

- 1 lemon

- Salt and pepper to taste

Method:

- Preheat oven to 200 degrees Celsius.

- Mix asparagus with olive oil, garlic, salt and pepper.

- Grill asparagus for 4 - 5 minutes until tender.

- Add lemon juice before use.

2. Asparagus and Quinoa Salad

Ingredient:

- 1 bunch of asparagus (chopped)

- 1 cup quinoa

- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)

- 1/4 cup feta cheese

- 2 tablespoons olive oil

- 1 lemon

- Salt and pepper

Method:

- Cook quinoa according to package instructions.

- Steam asparagus for 3 to 4 minutes until tender.

- Mix quinoa, asparagus, tomatoes and feta cheese in a bowl.

- Add olive oil and lemon juice, season with salt and pepper to taste.

3. Chicken stir-fried with asparagus

Ingredient:

- 1 bunch of asparagus (cut into pieces)

- 1 piece of chicken breast

- 1 tablespoon soy sauce

- 1 tablespoon olive oil

- 1 piece of ginger (chopped)

- 2 cloves garlic (minced)

- Salt and pepper

Method:

- Heat olive oil, add garlic and ginger and stir-fry for 1 minute.

- Add the sliced ​​chicken and cook until the meat is done.

- Add asparagus, soy sauce, salt and pepper and stir-fry for 3 to 4 minutes.

4. Asparagus soup

Ingredient:

- 1 bunch of asparagus (chopped)

- 1 onion (minced)

- 2 cloves of garlic (minced)

- 2 cups vegetable broth

- 1 tablespoon olive oil

- Salt and pepper

Method:

- Heat olive oil, add onion and garlic and saute until soft.

- Add asparagus and cook for 5 minutes.

- Add vegetable broth and simmer for 15 minutes.

- Season with salt and pepper to taste.

5. Asparagus and avocado salad

Ingredient:

- 1 bunch of asparagus

- 1 avocado (sliced)

- 1/4 cup almonds (sliced)

- 1 tablespoon olive oil

- 1 lemon

- Salt and pepper

Method:

- Blanch the asparagus in boiling water for 2 to 3 minutes.

- Mix asparagus, avocado and almonds in a bowl.

- Add olive oil and lemon juice, season with salt and pepper to taste.

6. Asparagus and spinach smoothie

Ingredient:

- 1/2 bunch of asparagus (blanched and chopped)

- 1 cup spinach

- 1/2 banana

- 1/2 cup almond milk

- 1 teaspoon chia seeds

Method:

Blend all ingredients until smooth and enjoy.

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