One of my favorite side dishes, asparagus are roasted with olive or coconut oil, lemon pepper and fresh thyme sprigs. Serve with practically any lean protein like halibut, salmon, shrimp, chicken, pork chops, or steak.
To keep health minded, follow these simple tips:
*Buy wild, fresh caught fish whenever possible
Fish have essential minerals which are vital to nerve function and the body’s overall wellness processes. Fish also contains healthy omega3 fatty acids which help burn fat and lower LDL cholesterol levels.
*Buy free-range, organic, and grass fed proteins whenever possible
There is a big difference in the quality of proteins such as chicken, pork and beef between non-organic, grass fed options. Some store prices are substantially higher for these grades but not all of them. Shop around for the best prices and look for sales. Most of the time, I can find free-range, organic and grass fed protein options on sale at the same price as the non-free-range, etc. options. A little research pays off in your wallet and your health.
*When cooking at high temperatures, it is best to use a saturated fat like coconut oil or even ghee and grass fed butter.
Many people do not like the taste of coconut oil. I happen to love it! But, for those who don’t, try not to cook with olive oil at high temperatures. Use grass fed butter, instead, or ghee. You could use grass fed butter here, but most people prefer the flavor of olive oil. A small amount is used in this recipe. Coconut oil is most recommended.
Asparagus is one of the best foods for detoxifying the liver and body, in general. It is recommended to eat at least 3 servings of asparagus per week.
Nutrition:
Serving size: 6 asparagus
Calories: 55
Fat: 3.7g
Saturated fat: 0.6g
Cholesterol: 0mg
Sodium: 3mg
Potassium: 220mg
Carbohydrates: 5.2g
Fat: 2.7g
Sugars: 1.8g
Protein: 2.4g
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