Benefits of Asparagus and Simple Grilled Asparagus Recipe

Grilling asparagus is very easy. It’s our favorite go-to veggie as an Appetizer or even as a main dish. You can even add as many flavors as you like. You can make grilled asparagus with cheese or even garlic and it goes perfectly with anything! It is simple, healthy, yet delicious. There are different ways to grilling them. You can use a grill pan or roll it in a sheet of foil then grill. It will be perfect on your favorite beef, chicken, or salmon. You can be as creative as you want.

This spring vegetable is not just delicious but is packed with nutrients needed by our body and low in calories. It has been popular around the globe for some tasty dishes. Here are the reasons why you should add asparagus in your diet. 

1.) It can help fight cancer. Asparagus is loaded with a detoxifying compound that helps break down carcinogens. It has antioxidants and protects your cells from oxidative stress that contributes to aging, chronic inflammation, and other dangerous diseases.

2.) It improves your digestive health. Since Asparagus is a great source of fiber, that can add bulk to stool and support regular bowel movement. It can reduce bloating and help encourage a healthy balance of good bacteria or probiotics in your digestive tract.

3.) It is best for pregnant women. It has an excellent source of folate, also known as vitamin B9. Four asparagus spears contain 22% of your recommended daily allowance of folic acid which is best for women who are planning to get pregnant or even during pregnancy.

4.) It contains high levels of the amino acid asparagine which is a natural diuretic that helps the body release excess salt. It can then help prevent Urinary Tract Infection. 

5.) It can help you lose weight. Asparagus only 20 calories in half a cup. Which means you can eat a lot of it without guilt and at the same time getting all the powerful benefits. It is low in calories. 

Here is a simple recipe of Grilled Asparagus. It goes with anything!

INGREDIENTS

2 pounds Trimmed Asparagus Stalks

2 tablespoon olive oil

Salt and Pepper to Taste

Garlic (Minced)

Directions:

1.) In a grill pan, toss asparagus with olive oil over high heat.

2.) Sprinkle the garlic, make sure it is even to each stalk.

3) Season with salt and pepper.

4.) Grill until tender for about 3-4 minutes.