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Ingredients
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1 cup water
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½ cup buckwheat groats, rinsed
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8 asparagus spears
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⅓ cup pesto
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2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese (Optional)
Directions
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Bring 1 cup water to a boil in a saucepan. Add buckwheat; stir once. Reduce heat and simmer until buckwheat is tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes.
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Place a steamer insert into a saucepan and fill with water to just below the bottom of the steamer. Bring water to a boil. Add asparagus, cover, and steam until tender, 2 to 6 minutes. Remove from steamer; cut into 1/2-inch pieces.
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Combine asparagus and pesto in a bowl; mix until coated. Add buckwheat; toss to combine. Top with Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
193 | Calories |
11g | Fat |
18g | Carbs |
8g | Protein |
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 4 | |
Calories 193 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat 11g | 14% |
Saturated Fat 3g | 16% |
Cholesterol 9mg | 3% |
Sodium 200mg | 9% |
Total Carbohydrate 18g | 7% |
Dietary Fiber 3g | 12% |
Total Sugars 1g | |
Protein 8g | 16% |
Vitamin C 3mg | 4% |
Calcium 188mg | 14% |
Iron 2mg | 11% |
Potassium 227mg | 5% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.