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Microwave Asparagus

Easy recipe that shows you how to steam cook asparagus in a microwave. Takes all of 5 minutes for the most delicious, nutritious side dish ever!

Prep Time
2 mins
Cook Time
2 mins
Total Time
5 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 70 kcal
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 lb asparagus typically a bunch
  • 1 tablespoon water
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice fresh
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper

Instructions

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  1. Wash the asparagus to remove any grit or dirt. Don't dry them since the water typically helps with microwave steaming!
  2. Then, trim the edges. You can either do this by bending the stalk close to the white woody part and it'll break naturally. Or if processing a bunch at once, line them all up and chop off the wood part.
  3. Line up the asparagus in a neat flat row in a long microwave-safe container, ideally one with a lid or one that you can cover with a plate. Then, add a tablespoon of water.
  4. Cover with lid or plate and microwave on high heat for 3 minutes for al dente asparagus. If your asparagus is a bit on the thicker side (more than half an inch thick), you might need to microwave for 5 minutes to get to al dente texture. If you desire a softer consistency, cook in 1 minute increments until you reach desired softness
  5. Remove the asparagus from the microwave with oven safe mitts and be careful opening the lid or removing the plate since it'll be quite steamy! Then, drizzle a teaspoon each of olive oil and lemon juice, and add a teaspoon of salt and garlic powder along with half a teaspoon of black pepper. Use a fork or a spatula to toss the asparagus and you're done!

Notes

  • To save yourself the hassle of washing multiple things, microwave the asparagus in the same container you plan to store it if possible. I typically use long glass containers with an airtight lid. This way, I can just throw them in the fridge if there are leftovers! 
  • Seasoning suggestions are for basic steamed asparagus - you can season with any other seasoning you typically use for asparagus!  

Nutrition Information

Calories 70kcal (4%) Carbohydrates 10g (3%) Protein 5g (10%) Fat 2g (3%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Sodium 1169mg (49%) Potassium 486mg (14%) Fiber 5g (20%) Sugar 4g (8%) Vitamin A 1717IU (34%) Vitamin C 14mg (16%) Calcium 59mg (6%) Iron 5mg (28%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 70

% Daily Value*

Calories 70kcal 4%
Carbohydrates 10g 3%
Protein 5g 10%
Fat 2g 3%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Sodium 1169mg 49%
Potassium 486mg 10%
Fiber 5g 20%
Sugar 4g 8%
Vitamin A 1717IU 34%
Vitamin C 14mg 16%
Calcium 59mg 6%
Iron 5mg 28%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.