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Asparagus Lemon Butter Recipe

Simple and delicious asparagus with a lemon butter sauce.
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Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 80 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 1 lb Asparagus trimmed
  • 2 tablespoon Butter unsalted
  • 1 Lemon juiced and zested
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper freshly ground

Instructions 

  1. 1. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
  2. 2. Add the minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  3. 3. Add the asparagus and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender, about 5-7 minutes.
  4. 4. Stir in the lemon juice and zest, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. 5. Serve immediately.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 80kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 3.5g | Cholesterol: 15mg | Sodium: 150mg | Potassium: 200mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 40mg | Iron: 2mg

Keywords

Asparagus, Lemon Butter
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