Mediterranean Diet Sauteed Asparagus with Lemon and Garlic
Brighten up your table with this vibrant and healthy Mediterranean Diet Sautéed Asparagus with Lemon and Garlic! This quick and easy side dish brings together tender-crisp asparagus, fragrant garlic, zesty lemon, and fresh parsley, all cooked in heart-healthy olive oil for a simple yet nourishing recipe bursting with flavor. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s an ideal choice for busy weeknights or elegant dinner parties. Delightfully fresh and loaded with nutrients, this dish pairs perfectly with grilled fish, chicken, or a hearty grain salad, making it a versatile addition to any Mediterranean diet-inspired meal plan. Perfect for a gluten-free, vegetarian, or low-carb lifestyle!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound fresh asparagus
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 unit garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Wash and trim the woody ends of the asparagus. To do this, gently bend each asparagus stalk until it naturally snaps; discard the woody ends.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute or until fragrant, being careful not to let it burn.
Add the asparagus to the skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, for about 5-7 minutes or until the asparagus is tender-crisp.
While the asparagus is cooking, zest the lemon and set aside 1 teaspoon of zest.
Juice the lemon to measure 1 tablespoon of juice and set aside.
Once the asparagus is cooked to your desired tenderness, add the lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Stir well to coat the asparagus.
Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle the chopped fresh parsley over the asparagus.
Serve immediately, enjoying this fresh and flavorful Mediterranean-inspired dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
366 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.8 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.4 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1197 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 23.2 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.6 g | 38% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.0 g | ||
| Protein | 11.2 g | 22% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 150 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 10.8 mg | 60% | |
| Potassium | 1053 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.
