You can now find Ontario asparagus in stores. I love how asparagus paves the way for all the yummy seasonal produce that follows. You can really taste the difference between a local fruit or vegetable versus one that has travelled miles to get here.
Asparagus is one of my favourite vegetables. It’s versatile and particularly nutritious this time of year. Asparagus has a unique mineral profile that makes it an effective natural diuretic, which promotes detoxification and cleansing. It also contains an abundance of folate, which is great for expecting mommas. There are lots of ways to reap the health benefits of this vegetable.
Get Friendly with Asparagus:
- Marinate in olive oil, Dijon mustard, and a touch of honey, grill on the BBQ
- Shave raw into rice dishes or salads
- Roast and drizzle with balsamic glaze and shaved parmesan or blue cheese
- Eggs! Benedict, scrambled, omelet. Sprinkle with sea salt and grab the hot sauce.
- Asparagus and pancetta pizza… enough said!
- Chilled asparagus soup
- Bread and pan fry until crisp
It’s been mentioned before that I just love eggs! I especially love when they can be combined with seasonal vegetables. Asparagus is one of my favourite additions to eggs and this frittata recipe is perfection! While it’s nice enjoyed fresh, I really enjoy it as leftovers the next day once the flavours have melded together. It’s also great between 2 slices of bread.
Asparagus, Bacon and Goat Cheese Frittata
What You’ll Need:
- 6 eggs
- 2 tbsp cream
- 1-2 tbsp fresh basil, chopped
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 cup asparagus, use a vegetable peeler to make ribbons
- 2 slices bacon, cooked and cut into small pieces
- 1 oz goat cheese, crumbled
Serves 4
What to do:
1. Preheat oven to broil.
2. Whisk together the eggs, cream, salt, pepper, and basil in a bowl. Heat a non-stick skillet buttered, or coated in oil over medium heat and sauté asparagus ribbons for about one minute.
3. Pour the egg mixture over the asparagus and let cook for a couple minutes until they start to set.
4. Sprinkle the bacon and goat cheese crumbles evenly over top and then place the skillet in the oven.
5. Broil the frittata until the top is set and golden brown, 4-5 minutes.
6. Remove from oven and let it stand for a couple minutes before serving.
Now is the time to take advantage of local grown produce so get creative and enjoy!
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To our health & wellbeing,
Danielle
