Asparagus will have to do. Roasted Asparagus is like taking a walk outside on the first day of warm weather after a chilly winter. Delicious. Wait, what?
I mean amazing. Wahaha.
Asparagus, Cauliflower Rice, and Veggie Stir Fry with Ants on a Log:
You'll notice that I don't post some of the amounts for some of the ingredients, because it's really up to your liking. Veggie the heck out of your meal! Just make sure to measure out your nut butter because it's easy to indulge in this high-protein, healthy, yet high-caloric food.
Ingredients:
-Broccoli
-Tomatoes
-1 cup Spinach
-2 Mushrooms
-2 slices Onion
-Cauliflower Rice and Ants on a Log (recipe here)
-Asparagus Stalks
-Extra Virgin Olive Oil
-Black Pepper
-Salt
You will also need:
-Blender
-Toaster Oven
-Microwave
-Stove Top
Directions:
1) Cut the veggies and mushrooms up.
2) Make the Cauliflower Rice and Ants on a Log
3) Cook the sliced onion for a few minutes on high. Reduce the heat to medium and add the sliced mushrooms and cook until browned. Turn off the burner and add the spinach and cook until wilted.
4) Heat the broccoli in the microwave until steamed.
5) Prepare your asparagus by washing them and cut about ½ inch off the ends. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Rub each stalk so it's thoroughly covered. Roast your asparagus in the toaster oven at 425°F (220°C) for 12-18 minutes.
6) Arrange is all pretty and eat!
Fun Fer-eeking Fact: Your body gets a better nutritional package from cooked spinach vs. raw. You nom on more calcium, magnesium, iron, and antioxidants. Make sure not to overcook though!
So mix up some of the recipes that I've posted and combine them to make new dishes. Stay green, Soldier Bunny. ()(^.^)()
