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Lemon Sauteed Asparagus

Serving Size: 10
The flavors of Spring come alive with this easy to pair side dish!

Recipe by: Mayumi Tavalero

Cook Times

Active Prep5
Hands-On Cook5
Hands-Off Cook0
Passive0
Total Time10 minutes
Recipe Serving Size10

Cooking Tools Required

Cutting board, Non stick saute pan, Sharp Knives, Tongs

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 pound asparagus trimmed
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 lemon zested and cut into wedges

Instructions

  • Heat olive oil in a large saute pan over medium-high heat. Add the asparagus. Season with salt and pepper. Saute for 3-5 minutes, until asparagus turns bright green but is still slightly crisp. Add lemon zest in last minute of cooking time. When done, squeeze with a bit of lemon juice if desired.
Reheating Instructions
Heat in saute pan over medium high heat until heated through.

Nutrition

Calories: 44kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 234mg | Potassium: 188mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 687IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 23mg | Iron: 2mg