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Steamed asparagus with almonds

Prep 30 min - Cook 8 min / Serves 4 / Photographer - Janet Zenari / LoadingBookmark / Print /
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We love using seeds to enhance the taste of simple foods.  Did you know that almonds are actually seeds even though we commonly refer to them as a nut?  Soaking the almonds make it easier to digest and once soft gives a complimentary texture to the rest of the dish.

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup of almonds – soaked in water for 30 minutes
  • 12 asparagus spears – washed, sliced into 2cm / 1in pieces
  • 3 tablespoons sunflower seeds – pan toasted
  • 3 tablespoons pumpkin seeds – pan toasted
  • 2 tablespoons macadamia or virgin olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons lemon juice

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Directions

  1. Soak almonds for 30 minutes.  Drain and set aside.
  2. In a steamer, steam asparagus for 6 minutes.  Set aside.
  3. In a pan on high heat, toast sunflower and pumpkin seeds until slightly golden.  Rotating pan over heat.
  4. In a measuring cup or small bowl mix oil and lemon juice to combine.
  5. In a serving dish add asparagus, seeds and almonds with dressing.
  6. Mix and serve.

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