Salad Emphasizes Colorful Fresh Produce and Health
Nutrition educator Barbara Troy argues Americans should eat nine to ten daily servings of fruits and vegetables, notes most only reach five. She praises salads as a practical, colorful path, with tips on dressings, portions, and seasonal composed salads like nicoise and Cobb to boost intake.
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Asparagus sparks debate from side dish to star
Russ Parsons notes a lingering argument over asparagus textures from thin crispy spears to thick juicy stalks. He praises simplicity and suggests chopping when mixed into dishes like pasta risotto and eggs, especially in spring, to let flavor shine with minimal prep.
Frittata with Asparagus Ham and Parmesan Twist
A step by step breakfast frittata recipe combines ham, asparagus, and parsley sautéed in butter, folded into eggs and finished under the broiler with Parmesan. The dish serves 6 to 8 with about 211 calories per serving and a 45 minute total time.
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