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Sautéed Asparagus Recipe
Sautéed Asparagus is a quick and easy way to prepare a fresh side dish. Simply pan fry asparagus with butter, garlic, salt, and pepper until crispy and flavorful.
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
13 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 78 kcal
Course:
Side Dish
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 1 lb. asparagus ends trimmed
- 2 Tbsp. butter
- 1-2 cloves garlic finely minced
- ½ tsp. salt
- ¼ tsp. black pepper
- 1 tsp. lemon zest optional
Instructions
- Add butter to a large skillet over medium heat. Wait until it has completely melted, but pay close attention so it does not burn, and add in the trimmed asparagus spears.
- Saute asparagus for 7-8 minutes, flipping occasionally, or until they are bright green and tender.
- Add the salt, pepper, and garlic. Saute for 30 additional seconds or until the garlic becomes fragrant.
- Serve immediately with a bit of fresh lemon zest, if desired, and enjoy!
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Notes
- You can either trim asparagus with a knife or by using the snap method:
- With a knife: Locate the junction where the light white/brown end starts to turn darker green. Cut at this point to remove the woody end.
- Snap method: Hold one spear in both hands and place your thumb at the junction of the light brown and green part. Press lightly until you can feel where the asparagus is soft versus where it is hard and continue pressing until the spear snaps in two.
- How to prep ahead of time: You can store washed and trimmed in the fridge for up to 2 to 3 days.
- How to store: Keep leftover asparagus in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 3 to 4 days.
- How to freeze: Seal sautéed asparagus in a freezer-safe container or bag and store for up to 3 to 4 months.
- How to reheat: You can warm this asparagus back up over medium heat in a skillet, in the microwave, or in a 350°F oven until heated through.
Nutrition Information
Calories
78kcal
(4%)
Carbohydrates
5g
(2%)
Protein
3g
(6%)
Fat
6g
(9%)
Saturated Fat
4g
(20%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
0.3g
Monounsaturated Fat
2g
Trans Fat
0.2g
Cholesterol
16mg
(5%)
Sodium
289mg
(12%)
Potassium
240mg
(7%)
Fiber
3g
(12%)
Sugar
2g
(4%)
Vitamin A
1044IU
(21%)
Vitamin C
8mg
(9%)
Calcium
34mg
(3%)
Iron
2mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 78
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 78kcal | 4% |
| Carbohydrates | 5g | 2% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 6g | 9% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3g | 2% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Trans Fat | 0.2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 16mg | 5% |
| Sodium | 289mg | 12% |
| Potassium | 240mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 1044IU | 21% |
| Vitamin C | 8mg | 9% |
| Calcium | 34mg | 3% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.