Pistachio Buttered Asparagus
Elevate your side dish game with this decadent Pistachio Buttered Asparagus recipe, a perfect blend of nutty richness and fresh flavor. Tender-crisp asparagus is sautéed to bright green perfection and dressed in a luxurious pistachio butter sauce featuring golden melted butter, fragrant garlic, and a refreshing touch of lemon juice. The finely chopped pistachios add a delightful crunch and a pop of earthy flavor that complements the delicate asparagus beautifully. Ready in just 20 minutes, this easy yet elegant dish shines as a healthy side option for weeknight dinners or as a stunning addition to your holiday table. Pair it with roasted meats, grilled fish, or enjoy it as a standalone vegetarian delight!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 450 grams asparagus
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 50 grams pistachios (shelled and unsalted)
- 2 cloves garlic
- 2 teaspoons lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
Instructions
Trim the tough ends of the asparagus by snapping or cutting about 1-2 inches off the woody ends.
Rinse the asparagus under cold water and pat dry with a towel.
In a food processor, pulse the pistachios until they are finely chopped but not completely powdered. Set aside.
Peel and mince the garlic cloves finely.
In a large skillet, heat 1 teaspoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the asparagus and sauté for 4-6 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are bright green and tender-crisp.
While the asparagus cooks, melt the butter in a small saucepan over low heat. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes, until fragrant and sizzling but not browned.
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the chopped pistachios, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to create the pistachio butter sauce.
Once the asparagus is cooked, transfer it to a serving platter. Pour the pistachio butter sauce over the asparagus and toss gently to coat.
Serve immediately as a side dish and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
920 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 85.8 g | 110% | |
| Saturated Fat | 33.0 g | 165% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 124 mg | 41% | |
| Sodium | 1199 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 34.5 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.1 g | 54% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.3 g | ||
| Protein | 21.5 g | 43% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 188 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 11.9 mg | 66% | |
| Potassium | 1481 mg | 32% | |
*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.
