It’s spring time, which means it’s asparagus time! Yummy Asparagus. You can prepare them several ways but nothing beats the flavor of grilled asparagus. The smoky flavor, the char marks. Tender, but still with a little crunch. Delish! This is a meal you can feel good about eating every bite of. Asparagus is loaded with nutrients, has detoxifying properties, is packed with antioxidants, contains anti-aging properties and is a natural diuretic. With all that goodness, this is a must make dish!

• 42 large asparagus
• 2 heads radicchio, sliced
• 1 head romaine, sliced
• 1 basket of clover or alfalfa sprouts 6 cherry tomatoes, cut in quarters

Directions:

Peel bottoms of asparagus. Grill for several minutes until tender crisp. May also be steamed in place of grilling. Arrange asparagus on bed of lettuce and radicchio. Garnish with cherry tomato and sprouts. Drizzle top with Sherry Wine Vinaigrette.

Serves 6
Calories per 7.5 oz serving: 46 (without dressing) Carbohydrate: 8 g % calories from carbohydrate: 57% Protein: 4.9 g protein: 35%
Fat: 0.5 g fat: 8%
Fiber: 3.6 g
Cholesterol: 0 mg
Sodium: 11 mg

Recipe contributed by Chef Steve Pernetti  of Cal­a­Vie, The Spa Havens