Lemony Asparagus

Brighten up your table with Lemony Asparagus, a simple yet elegant side dish that's bursting with fresh, zesty flavors. Tender-crisp asparagus is sautéed with fragrant garlic and olive oil, then finished with a drizzle of tangy lemon juice and a sprinkle of lemon zest for a citrusy kick. With just 10 minutes of prep and cook time each, this quick and healthy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or as a vibrant companion to your favorite main course. For a decadent touch, add a dusting of grated Parmesan cheese to elevate this dish to restaurant-quality perfection. Naturally gluten-free and full of fresh ingredients, this recipe offers a delicious way to savor the season.

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound asparagus
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 pieces garlic cloves, minced
• 1 piece lemon, zested and juiced
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
• 0.25 cups parmesan cheese, grated (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the asparagus thoroughly and trim the woody ends. Pat dry.

Step 2

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.

Step 4

Add the asparagus to the skillet and toss to coat in the garlicky oil.

Step 5

Sauté the asparagus for 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally, until tender-crisp and slightly charred in spots.

Step 6

While the asparagus is cooking, zest and juice the lemon, keeping both the zest and juice separate.

Step 7

Once the asparagus is cooked, drizzle it with the fresh lemon juice and sprinkle the lemon zest, salt, and black pepper over the top. Toss to combine.

Step 8

Optional: Sprinkle grated parmesan cheese over the asparagus for an extra layer of flavor.

Step 9

Remove from heat and transfer the asparagus to a serving plate. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(549.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	370.2

Total Fat 28.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.9g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1192.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 25.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.5g	0%
Total Sugars 10.0g
Protein 11.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 136.7mg	0%
Iron 10.5mg	0%
Potassium 1027.8mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 64.0%

Protein: 10.9%

Carbs: 25.1%