The Best Sautéed Asparagus Recipe
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The Best Sautéed Asparagus Recipe
Description
The Best Sautéed Asparagus Recipe calls for trimming the tough ends of asparagus and slicing the stalks into manageable pieces for even cooking. The asparagus is sautéed over medium heat in olive oil, ensuring it cooks evenly and retains a crisp-tender texture.
Seasoned with garlic parsley salt, this dish balances the natural grassy flavor of asparagus with herb and garlic undertones. The method keeps the asparagus from becoming mushy while enhancing its brightness.
This preparation works well as a simple side for various protein dishes or as part of a vegetable medley. Serve immediately after cooking for optimal texture and flavor.
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lb asparagus
- 1/2 tbsp garlic parsley salt
Instructions
- Trim off the tough ends of the asparagus and slice the stalks into 2-inch pieces.
- Preheat a pan over medium heat with olive oil. Add in the sliced asparagus and sauté for 3-4 minutes, or until the asparagus is fork tender.
- Season the asparagus with garlic parsley salt and serve right away. Enjoy!
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 85 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 85kcal | 4% |
| Carbohydrates | 4g | 1% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 7g | 11% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Sodium | 874mg | 36% |
| Potassium | 229mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 857IU | 17% |
| Vitamin C | 6mg | 7% |
| Calcium | 28mg | 3% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.