Raw Vegan Asparagus Salad Recipe

Asparagus has numerous health benefits and is often overlooked by raw foodists despite the fact that it can easily be enjoyed raw in a marinated salad. Here are some of the nutritional benefits of this delightful vegetable:

• Good Source of Vitamin K.

• Contains Anti-inflammatory and Antioxidant Properties.

• Serves as a Natural Diuretic.

• Nourishes the Digestive Tract.

• Good Source of Fiber.

• High in Vitamin B1 Thiamine.

• Helps Fight Cancer. One delightful way to enjoy asparagus is in a shaved salad marinated in a nutty lemon juice dressing like this.

Here’s the recipe:

Ingredients:

• 2 pounds large asparagus

• 1 cup coarsely grated raw almond crumbs

• 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

• 2 tablespoons warm water

• 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil

• Pink Himalayan or Sea salt and

• Freshly ground pepper

Instructions:

1. Cut tops off the asparagus spears and set aside.

2. Using a vegetable peeler, shave the remaining asparagus stems into long, thin strips and transfer to a large bowl.

3. In a small bowl, mix the almond crumbs with the lemon juice, water and olive oil to form a dressing.

4. Add almond dressing to the shaved asparagus and the asparagus tops, and toss to coat.

5. Season the asparagus salad with salt and pepper to taste.

6. Serve fresh.

Enjoy! :)

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