Mediterraner Spargel

Zutaten

• 2 bunches asparagus
• 1/4 cup avocado oil
• 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly cracked pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 2 cloves garlic (crushed)
• Lemon zest from one lemon
• 1 jar mixed pitted olives
• 1/4 cup sundried tomatoes
• 3 tablespoons capers
• 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
• 8 ounces feta cheese (dairy-free if plant-based, we use Follow Your Heart)
• 1/4 cup sour cream (dairy-free if plant-based, we use Forager or KiteHill plain yogurt)
• 1 tablespoon heavy cream (dairy-free if plant-based, we use plain unsweetened almond milk)
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

Zubereitung

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 450° F.

2. 2

   Combine the ingredients in a food processor or blender for the whipped feta until smooth. Refrigerate until ready to use.

3. 3

   Place the asparagus in a 10" or larger cast iron skillet.

4. 4

   Drizzle with the avocado oil and top with sea salt, pepper, crushed red pepper flakes, garlic cloves, and lemon zest.

5. 5

   Transfer it to an oven and roast for an optimal time of 20-25 minutes or until you get a charred and tender asparagus stalk.

6. 6

   Place the whipped feta on a serving platter and top with the roasted asparagus.

7. 7

   Add olives, sun-dried tomatoes, capers, and cucumber (optional) on top.

8. 8

   Drizzle one tablespoon of olive oil.

9. 9

   Serve it hot, and enjoy!