CookSmart (17th Issue) Page32

Celebrity's EatSmart Recipes

Green Asparagus with Black Tomatoes

"3 Less" and "More Fruit and Vegetables" Dish

Feature

Tomatoes and asparagus are rich in lycopene and folate respectively. Lycopene is an antioxidant which slows down aging. Folate is a type of vitamin B which prevents anaemia. The use of balsamic vinegar as salad dressing is also a smart low fat choice!

Ms Zoe TSOI

Australian Accredited Dietitian, Health Promotion Sub-Committee of HKNA

Balsamic vinegar dressing Cooking Method

In a bottle, whisk the olive oil, vinegar. Add salt and pepper to taste. Set aside.

Green Asparagus with Black Tomatoes Cooking Method

1. Peel the asparagus. Using a vegetable peeler, slice the stalks lengthwise into very thin strips.
2. Stem and wedge the tomatoes.
3. Season the asparagus and tomatoes with sea salt.
4. In a bowl, add 5 ml of the balsamic vinegar dressing to the asparagus and tomatoes. Toss gently and mix well.
5. Arrange the tomatoes on the plate and place the asparagus on top. Garnish with mint leaves.