Gingered Asparagus
Elevate your vegetable side dish game with this vibrant and flavorful Gingered Asparagus! Crisp-tender asparagus spears are infused with the bold, aromatic duo of fresh ginger and garlic, then perfectly balanced with a savory splash of soy sauce and nutty sesame oil. A touch of optional red pepper flakes adds just the right amount of heat for those craving a little spice. Ready in just 20 minutes, this quick and easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or as a light, healthy addition to any meal. Serve it alongside grilled proteins or enjoy it on its own for a nutrient-packed snack. With its irresistible flavors and simple preparation, this Gingered Asparagus recipe is sure to become a go-to favorite! Keywords: Gingered Asparagus, quick vegetable side dish, easy asparagus recipe, ginger and garlic asparagus, healthy asparagus recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound asparagus
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger
- 2 cloves garlic
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 0.25 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Wash the asparagus under cold water and trim the tough woody ends (about 1-2 inches from the bottom).
Peel and finely grate the fresh ginger to yield 1 tablespoon. Mince the garlic cloves.
In a large skillet or sauté pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the skillet. Stir and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn them.
Increase the heat to medium-high and add the asparagus to the skillet in a single layer. Toss to coat the asparagus in the ginger-garlic mixture.
Pour the soy sauce over the asparagus and sprinkle the sesame oil evenly. If using red pepper flakes, add them now for a touch of heat.
Season with sea salt and black pepper, and continue tossing the asparagus frequently for 5-7 minutes or until it becomes bright green and tender-crisp.
Remove the skillet from heat and transfer the gingered asparagus to a serving plate. Optionally, garnish with sesame seeds or a squeeze of fresh lemon juice for added brightness.
Serve warm as a side dish or enjoy it on its own for a light and healthy snack.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
120 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 10.5 g | 13% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.6 g | 8% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 268 mg | 12% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 5.5 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.6 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.2 g | ||
| Protein | 3.0 g | 6% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 33 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 2.6 mg | 15% | |
| Potassium | 261 mg | 6% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
