Grilled Asparagus Tapenade and Blood Orange Jus

Recipes

If you’re looking for a tasty and nutritious meal that aligns with the Daniel Fast plant-based requirements, look no further than this Grilled Asparagus Tapenade and Blood Orange Jus recipe. This flavorful dish is sure to delight your taste buds with its combination of earthy asparagus, salty olives, and bright citrus notes from the blood orange. Plus it’s easy to make in just minutes! Enjoy this delicious blend of flavors as part of any dinner or lunch menu.

Recipe

Ingredients

  • 1 bunch of asparagus (about 15 spears)
  • 2 blood oranges
  • 1 cup of pitted green olives
  • 2 cloves of garlic
  • 2 tablespoons of olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Begin by preheating your grill on medium heat.
  2. Trim the tough ends off the asparagus. Toss them in a tablespoon of olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  3. Place the asparagus on the grill, cooking for about 5 minutes on each side until they are nicely charred but still have a bit of crunch.
  4. While the asparagus is grilling, mince the garlic and chop the olives finely.
  5. Peel and segment one of the blood oranges and juice the other. Set aside.
  6. Once the asparagus is done, let it cool slightly before chopping it into small pieces.
  7. In a bowl, combine the chopped asparagus, minced garlic, chopped olives, and blood orange segments. Stir in the blood orange juice and the remaining tablespoon of olive oil. Add salt and pepper to taste.
  8. Your Grilled Asparagus Tapenade is ready to serve!

Helpful Tips & Serving Suggestions 

This versatile tapenade pairs beautifully with a variety of dishes. Try serving it over whole grain bread or alongside grilled tofu for a complete Daniel Fast-friendly meal. The bright citrus notes of the blood orange complement the salty olives and earthy asparagus perfectly.

Portion Size & Nutrition Information 

This recipe serves four, with each serving containing approximately 150 calories, 10 grams of fat, 15 grams of carbohydrates, 3 grams of protein, and 300 milligrams of sodium. Do note that nutritional content can vary depending on the exact ingredients used.

Enjoy this delicious blend of flavors! It’s a testament to how plant-based meals can be exciting, satisfying, and deeply flavorful.