Herbed Asparagus
Brighten your dinner table with this simple yet flavorful Herbed Asparagus recipe, a perfect side dish that showcases tender-crisp asparagus infused with the vibrant flavors of fresh parsley, thyme, and zesty lemon. In just 20 minutes, this quick and healthy recipe combines the aromatic punch of sautéed garlic with a touch of olive oil to elevate seasonal asparagus to new heights. Easy to prepare in a single skillet, Herbed Asparagus is a versatile and nutrient-packed dish that pairs beautifully with everything from grilled chicken to hearty pasta. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or meal prepping for the week, this savory, herbaceous recipe is sure to impress. Don't forget the finishing touch—a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a pop of color and freshness!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb asparagus
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley
- 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
Instructions
Wash and trim the woody ends off the asparagus spears.
Finely mince the garlic and chop the fresh parsley.
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Add the asparagus to the skillet and toss to coat them evenly in the garlic and olive oil.
Sprinkle the thyme leaves, lemon zest, salt, and black pepper over the asparagus. Continue cooking for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the asparagus is tender-crisp.
Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle the chopped parsley over the asparagus.
Transfer the herbed asparagus to a serving plate and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
86 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 6.9 g | 9% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.0 g | 5% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 247 mg | 11% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 5.2 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.6 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.2 g | ||
| Protein | 2.6 g | 5% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 34 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 2.8 mg | 15% | |
| Potassium | 249 mg | 5% | |
*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.
