Author: Zee Chef
ASPARAGUS
Asparagus is a nutrient-packed vegetable.
It is a very good source of fiber, folate, vitamins A, C, E and K
The list of asparagus nutritional benefits is long, for it helps your heart, digestion, bones and even cells.
Some of those benefits are:
It is a good source of Vitamin K
Contains Anti-inflammatory and Antioxidant Properties
Nourishes the Digestive Tract
Helps with a Healthy Pregnancy
Good Source of Fiber
High in Vitamin B1 Thiamine
Helps Fight Cancer
Asparagus has also long been known for its diuretic properties, meaning it’s good for helping to flush out the kidneys and may help in the prevention of kidney stones.
There are so many ways to cook asparagus:
It can be cooked with water, lemon and olive oil;
It can be grilled over medium heat;
It can be roasted in the oven.
Make sure to enjoy this nutrilicious vegetable and make it a part of your diet!
MUSHROOM SOUP
MUSHROOM SOUP
A Creamy and Vegan Delight!
Servings 2
Prep Time 10
Cook Time 20
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp coconut oil
- 1 large Yellow Onion chopped
- 5 cloves garlic minced
- 2 packs White Button Mushrooms
- 1 pack Brown Button Mushrooms
- 2 large Portobello Mushrooms
- 3 tbsp Soy Sauce
- 1 can coconut milk
- 1 tsp Dried Oregano
- 1 tsp Dried Basil
- Himalayan Sea Salt to taste
- Freshly Ground Black Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Add the coconut oil to a large pot along with the chopped onion, sauté until soft and translucent.
- Next, add the minced garlic and mix with the onions dried oregano and dried basil until fragrant.
- Slice your mushrooms and add to the pot with the Soy Sauce and cover for 10-15 minutes in order to allow the mushrooms to release their water.
- Uncover the pot and cook for another 10-12 minutes.
- Finally, add the coconut milk and cook for a further 10 minutes and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish with some freshly chopped shallots or parsley if desired and serve with toasted baguette.
Recipe Notes
The beautifully blended flavors of this recipe will have you asking for more than one serving!
I usually double up on this recipe as both my husband and I simply love this nutritious, creamy and very satisfying soup.
A spoonful of comfort!
