Paleo Sauteed Asparagus with Lemon and Garlic
Elevate your side dish game with this Paleo Sautéed Asparagus with Lemon and Garlic, a vibrant and healthful recipe that's bursting with zesty, aromatic flavors. This quick and easy dish features tender-crisp asparagus tossed in garlic-infused olive oil, brightened by fresh lemon juice and zest, and finished with a sprinkle of parsley for a pop of color and freshness. Ready in just 20 minutes, this gluten-free, dairy-free recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or adding a sophisticated touch to your dinner table. Ideal for anyone following a paleo or clean-eating lifestyle, this light and flavorful asparagus recipe pairs beautifully with grilled proteins or stands out as a refreshing standalone side. Keywords: paleo asparagus recipe, lemon garlic asparagus sauté, healthy vegetable side dish.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound asparagus
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 units garlic cloves, minced
- 1 unit lemon, juiced
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Wash and trim the woody ends of the asparagus. Pat the asparagus dry with a paper towel to remove excess moisture.
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to let it burn.
Add the asparagus spears to the skillet, and season with salt and black pepper. Toss to coat evenly with the garlic-infused oil.
Cook the asparagus for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are tender-crisp and vibrant green.
Pour the juice of one lemon over the asparagus and sprinkle with lemon zest. Toss to combine.
Transfer the asparagus to a serving platter, then garnish with fresh chopped parsley.
Serve immediately, enjoying this bright and healthy side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
374 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.8 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.5 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1197 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 26.1 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.7 g | 38% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.2 g | ||
| Protein | 11.1 g | 22% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 164 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 10.7 mg | 59% | |
| Potassium | 1081 mg | 23% | |
*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.
