Diabetic Living

GREENS WITH PARMESAN AND GARLIC CRUMBS

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Top garden-fresh greens with a crunchy crumb that’s full of flavour.

PREPARATIO­N TIME: 15 MINS COOKING TIME: 10 MINS

SERVES 4 (AS A LOW-CARB SIDE)

2 bunches broccolini,

ends trimmed

2 bunches asparagus, woody

ends trimmed

Squeeze of fresh lemon juice

Parmesan and garlic crumbs 30g sourdough bread or gluten-free bread, processed into crumbs 1 large clove garlic, crushed 2 Tbsp finely grated parmesan 2 tsp shredded flat-leaf parsley

1 To make parmesan and garlic crumbs, preheat oven to 180°C (fan-forced). Line a small baking tray with baking paper. Combine the breadcrumb­s, garlic and parmesan in a small bowl. Spread

out over the lined tray. Bake for 5-8 minutes, stirring once, until crumbs are golden brown. Transfer to a bowl to cool. Once cool, stir in parsley.

2 Meanwhile, put broccolini and asparagus in a steamer basket over a large wok or saucepan of simmering water. Steam for 2 minutes or until the vegetables are tender crisp.

3 To serve, place the greens on a serving platter. Drizzle with lemon juice. Sprinkle the garlic crumbs over and serve immediatel­y.

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