Home-Grown Delights: Simonyan's Garden Bounty Revealed
Sochi resident Simonian shares method of feeding children home-grown asparagus from her personal garden
Who knew the editor-in-chief of RT, Margarita Simonyan, had a green thumb? As a native of Krasnodar and a chief editor in Sochi, she recently shared some insights into her family's healthy eating habits. She often faces questions about vegetable dishes prepared for her kids and it seems the little ones just can't get enough of their garden-fresh treats.
- Veggies Galore: Tomatoes, cucumbers, carrots, various cabbages, peppers, celery stalks, lettuce, sorrel, beet greens, herbs... the list goes on! – Simonyan detailed on her Telegram channel, gushing about her kids' preference for the raw veggie boom.
Extra special love goes to asparagus, another home-grown gem. With Sochi's green paradise as their garden, the family can pluck and devour these spears straight from the earth.
- Even asparagus grows in this soil, and the kids go wild for them freshly picked, grinned the RT chief editor, attaching a snap of her own asparagus crop.
Margarita takes pride in nourishing her family with Mother Nature's finest, all cultivated with their very own hands.
For those pondering the delights of home-grown asparagus, here are some insights:
Savor the Underground Treasure: A Guide to Asparagus
Revel in the Freshness
- Nutrient Riches: Home-grown asparagus is often eaten fresh, allowing it to retain more nutrients compared to store-bought fare.
Make the Earth Smile
- Environmentally Friendly: Opting for the green path, growing your own asparagus reduces carbon footprint by eliminating transportation needs.
- Wallet-Friendly: Long-term, home-grown produce can be kinder to your wallet compared to supermarket prices.
Tips for Asparagus Victory
- Prepping the Ground: Asparagus fancies well-drained soil with a pH between 6.5 and 7.5.
- Timing Your Crop: Asparagus heroes in the cool seasons, kicking off early spring and winding down late fall.
- Plucking Perfection: Don't snatch any spears thinner than a pencil, giving the plant time to regrow.
Incorporating Asparagus into Your Feast
- Roast It: With just olive oil, salt, and pepper, roast asparagus to unlock its natural sweetness.
- Stir-Fry: Pair asparagus with garlic and soy sauce for a quick, nutrient-packed meal.
- Salad Dance: Toss asparagus in mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, and a homemade vinaigrette for a vibrant lunch option.
Stay tuned for more insights into Sochi's edible sea kale bloom!
- In alignment with Margarita Simonyan's lifestyle, nourishing her family with freshly-picked home-garden produce includes a variety of veggies such as tomatoes, cucumbers, carrots, and asparagus.
- For those seeking to cultivate their own asparagus patch at home-and-garden, you can savor the rich nutrients and enjoy the environmental benefits by following tips for planting, growing, and harvesting this underground treasure.
