Lunch: Sunny Asparagus Tapenade Recipe

This recipe includes fertility superfoods such as:

Lemon, Asparagus

Health and fertility benefits of Sunny Asparagus Tapenade Recipe

Lemons can help to prevent oxidative damage to the body, which women with PCOS are often susceptible to. We don't have any research on Asparagus as a fertility food yet. Please leave your review below if you are able to provide details about asparagus.

Ingredients

3/4 pound fresh asparagus, chopped
3/4 cup packed fresh parsley sprigs
1/3 cup unsalted sunflower kernels
1/4 cup lemon juice
1/4 cup orange juice
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 teaspoons maple syrup
1 small garlic clove, chopped
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon pepper
Additional sunflower kernels, optional
Assorted fresh vegetables, crackers and/or toasted French bread baguette

Instructions

In a large saucepan, bring 1/2 in. of water to a boil. Add asparagus; cover and cook for 3-5 minutes or until tender. Drain and immediately place asparagus in ice water. Drain and pat dry.
Place in a food processor; add the parsley, sunflower kernels, lemon juice, orange juice, oil, syrup, garlic, salt, pepper flakes and pepper. Cover and process until desired consistency.
Transfer to a small bowl; sprinkle with additional sunflower kernels if desired. Serve at room temperature or chilled with the dippers of your choice.

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