Pan Fried Asparagus
Elevate your vegetable side dish game with this quick and flavorful Pan Fried Asparagus recipe! Featuring vibrant, crisp-tender asparagus spears cooked to perfection in olive oil, this dish is enhanced with the bold flavors of fresh garlic and a zesty touch of lemon juice. With only 5 minutes of prep time and 8 minutes of cooking, you can have a healthy, gluten-free side brimming with nutrients and irresistible charred edges. A sprinkle of optional Parmesan cheese adds a savory, cheesy finish, making it a versatile companion to any main course. Perfect for weeknights or entertaining, this easy skillet asparagus recipe is sure to impress with its simplicity and bold taste!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound asparagus
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic cloves
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
Wash the asparagus thoroughly and trim the woody ends by snapping or cutting them off.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the olive oil.
Once the oil is shimmering, add the asparagus spears in a single layer to the skillet.
Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the asparagus is bright green and slightly charred in spots.
Add minced garlic to the skillet and continue cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently to avoid burning the garlic.
Season the asparagus with salt and black pepper, then stir to combine.
Remove the skillet from heat and drizzle the cooked asparagus with lemon juice.
If desired, sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese for added flavor before serving.
Serve warm as a side dish to accompany your favorite main course.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
398 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 31.4 g | 40% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.3 g | 32% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 8 mg | 3% | |
| Sodium | 1343 mg | 58% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 21.4 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.9 g | 35% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.9 g | ||
| Protein | 14.3 g | 29% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 233 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 10.1 mg | 56% | |
| Potassium | 973 mg | 21% | |
*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.
