The Best Sautéed Asparagus Recipe

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  • Prep Time

    5 mins

  • Cook Time

    5 mins

  • Total Time

    10 mins

  • Servings

    4 servings

  • Calories

    85 kcal

  • Course

    Appetizer

  • Cuisine

    American

The Best Sautéed Asparagus Recipe

This sautéed asparagus recipe features tender crisp asparagus stalks cooked quickly in olive oil until just fork-tender. Seasoned simply with garlic parsley salt, it brings out the vegetable’s fresh, slightly grassy flavor with a subtle savory boost. The bright green pieces maintain a slight bite, making them a great side dish to complement main courses.

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.

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Ingredients

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  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 lb asparagus
  • 1/2 tbsp garlic parsley salt

Instructions

  1. Trim off the tough ends of the asparagus and slice the stalks into 2-inch pieces.
  2. 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.
  3. Season the asparagus with garlic parsley salt and serve right away. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information

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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%)

Nutrition Facts

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.

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