Sesame Asparagus with Garlic

Elevate your side dish game with this quick and flavorful Sesame Asparagus with Garlic recipe. Featuring tender-crisp asparagus spears, sautéed in a tantalizing mix of olive oil, sesame oil, and freshly minced garlic, this dish is equal parts simple and sophisticated. A splash of soy sauce adds savory depth, while toasted sesame seeds provide a delicate crunch and nutty aroma. Ready in just 20 minutes, this vibrant, healthy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or as a stunning addition to any dinner party spread. Whether served hot or at room temperature, this sesame garlic asparagus will complement everything from grilled meats to hearty vegetarian dishes.

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Asparagus
• 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
• 3 cloves Garlic
• 1 tablespoon Soy sauce
• 2 teaspoons Sesame seeds
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the asparagus under cold water and trim the woody ends by snapping or cutting about 1 inch off the bottom of each spear.

Step 2

Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves.

Step 3

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 30-60 seconds, until fragrant but not browned.

Step 5

Add the trimmed asparagus to the skillet and toss gently to coat them with the oil and garlic.

Step 6

Drizzle the sesame oil and soy sauce over the asparagus, then sprinkle in the salt and black pepper. Stir everything to combine.

Step 7

Cook the asparagus for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are tender-crisp and bright green.

Step 8

Sprinkle the sesame seeds over the asparagus and toss gently to coat.

Step 9

Remove from heat and transfer the sesame asparagus to a serving dish.

Step 10

Serve hot as a side dish or allow to cool slightly before enjoying.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(514.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	398.0

Total Fat 32.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.8g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1179.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 22.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.7g	0%
Total Sugars 8.7g
Protein 13.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 135.8mg	0%
Iron 10.7mg	0%
Potassium 1036.0mg	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: 67.2%

Protein: 12.3%

Carbs: 20.5%