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In Season :: Asparagus with Almonds

By Emily Smith

Friends, today I’ve got a simple one for you. As you know, it’s often the case that I gravitate towards easy recipes that offer a lot of wow factor. This just so happens to be one of those recipes. How to jazz up your veggies 101: add a little something, something. So, to make these already gorgeous Summer asparagus even more stellar, I added some crushed almonds. I already had some almonds in the grinder (I add ground almonds to salads, smoothies, muffins…) so I just needed to grind them up a touch and toss them in for the grilling.  Right away, I knew that the pairing was going to taste soooo good. Those almonds started roasting in the grill pan and the smell they were creating was heavenly. I couldn’t wait to have a bite. The verdict? Superb! Try it, it’s eaaaaaasssssy :)  

Asparagus with Almonds
Serves 4

1 pound of asparagus (o.45 kilograms)
1/4 cup of roughly chopped, crushed or ground almonds
3 Tablespoons of coconut oil
Pinch of pepper
  1. Wash asparagus thoroughly and pat dry. Remove the hard, fibrous ends if necessary.
  2. In a grill pan over medium-high heat, melt the coconut oil.
  3. Add the almonds and let them roast for 2 minutes.
  4. Then add the asparagus to the grill pan. Move them around to get them coated with coconut oil and almonds.
  5. Cook for 8-9 minutes at medium heat.
  6. Transfer to serving dish and top with any almonds left in the pan.
  7. Enjoy a delicious side to your main meal!

Posted in Side Dish, Summer Produce, Vegetables | 12 comments »

12 Comments on In Season :: Asparagus with Almonds

  1. Erica
    July 17, 2012 at 2:01 pm (311 days ago)

    I love almonds and asparagus, but never thought of putting them together. And coconut oil would be a great change from EVOO, which is my staple. Thanks, Emily!

  2. hui c
    July 17, 2012 at 2:28 pm (311 days ago)

    this sounds really easy and yummy.. my kind of cooking ^^

  3. tinajo
    July 17, 2012 at 3:08 pm (311 days ago)

    Love asparagus and almonds are good too, so this could be a winner! :-)

  4. Guru Uru
    July 17, 2012 at 9:13 pm (311 days ago)

    What a wonderful combination my friend :D

    Cheers
    Choc Chip Uru

  5. Minnie(@thelady8home)
    July 18, 2012 at 2:28 am (311 days ago)

    Wow! This is a wonderful combination. Sounds really yummy.

  6. Beth (@RunTraveler)
    July 18, 2012 at 2:41 am (311 days ago)

    That looks simply delicious!

    I adore almonds sauteed with zucchini, but hadn’t thought to try them with asparagus. Thank you for the inspiration!

  7. Jessica @ Here(and)Now
    July 18, 2012 at 3:23 am (311 days ago)

    I love asparagus AND almonds… why haven’t I thought of this before!? Looks amazing, and now officially on my recipes to try out list!
    xx
    Here&Now

  10. Stephanie @ Eat. Drink. Love.
    July 20, 2012 at 1:48 am (309 days ago)

    Yum! Asparagus is one of my faves! This is a great way to make it more exciting!

  11. Vicky
    July 21, 2012 at 12:58 am (308 days ago)

    Yum!

  12. Amee Livingston
    July 25, 2012 at 3:30 am (304 days ago)

    Oh wow, Emily, those asparagus look amazing!! I have to try this one! :)