Lemony Asparagus
Brighten up your table with Lemony Asparagus, a simple yet elegant side dish that's bursting with fresh, zesty flavors. Tender-crisp asparagus is sautéed with fragrant garlic and olive oil, then finished with a drizzle of tangy lemon juice and a sprinkle of lemon zest for a citrusy kick. With just 10 minutes of prep and cook time each, this quick and healthy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or as a vibrant companion to your favorite main course. For a decadent touch, add a dusting of grated Parmesan cheese to elevate this dish to restaurant-quality perfection. Naturally gluten-free and full of fresh ingredients, this recipe offers a delicious way to savor the season.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound asparagus
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 pieces garlic cloves, minced
- 1 piece lemon, zested and juiced
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.25 cups parmesan cheese, grated (optional)
Instructions
Rinse the asparagus thoroughly and trim the woody ends. Pat dry.
In a large skillet, heat the 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 in the garlicky oil.
Sauté the asparagus for 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally, until tender-crisp and slightly charred in spots.
While the asparagus is cooking, zest and juice the lemon, keeping both the zest and juice separate.
Once the asparagus is cooked, drizzle it with the fresh lemon juice and sprinkle the lemon zest, salt, and black pepper over the top. Toss to combine.
Optional: Sprinkle grated parmesan cheese over the asparagus for an extra layer of flavor.
Remove from heat and transfer the asparagus to a serving plate. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
370 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.8 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.5 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1193 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 25.4 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.5 g | 41% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.0 g | ||
| Protein | 11.0 g | 22% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 137 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 10.5 mg | 58% | |
| Potassium | 1028 mg | 22% | |
*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.
