Heart Healthy Asparagus and Poached Eggs

(5.0)
By Judy Capodanno
Published 2/7/2022
Dietitian Reviewed: Jane Schwartz, RDN, CLT
Approved for These Diets:
Heart Healthy | High Protein | Gluten Free | Diabetic | Vegetarian
Heart Healthy Asparagus and Poached Eggs
Photo Credit: Baldwin Publishing Staff Photographer

Roasted asparagus is dressed up with tangy lentils, shaved Parmesan cheese, and a perfectly poached egg in this heart-healthy brunch recipe. A squeeze of lemon adds a wonderful brightness to this meat-free dish.

Total Time
45 minutes
Servings
4
Calories
207
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Ingredients

Recipe yields 4 servings

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How to Make Asparagus and Poached Eggs

  1. Step 1

    Preheat the oven to 350ยบ. In a bowl, toss the asparagus with 1 tablespoon of the oil and the garlic. On a baking sheet, arrange the asparagus in a single layer and season with salt and pepper. Roast for about 10 minutes, or until tender. Remove from the oven and toss with lemon juice and lemon zest. Set aside.

  2. Step 2

    In a medium bowl combine the red wine vinegar, mustard, thyme, and remaining 1/2 tablespoon olive oil. Whisk until emulsified. Add the lentils and stir to combine. Set aside.

  3. Step 3

    Bring a pot of water to a low simmer. Crack an egg into a small bowl, then gently slide the egg in to the pot of water. Repeat with the remaining eggs. Cook the eggs for 3 minutes. With a slotted spoon, remove each egg and transfer to a dish. With a paper towel, dab the excess water.

  4. Step 4

    To serve, on each plate, arrange 1/4 cup lentils and top with asparagus spears. Add a poached egg on top of the asparagus and season with black pepper. Garnish with the shaved Parmesan, if desired.

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Nutrition Facts

Serving Size:
1 egg, 1/4 cup lentils

207
Calories
10
g
Fat
186
mg
Cholesterol
327
mg
Sodium
17
g
Carbs
2
g
Sat. Fat
4
g
Fiber
14
g
Protein
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