ASPARAGUS AND MUSHROOMS IN LEMON-THYME BUTTER

Asparagus and Mushrooms in Lemon-Thyme Butter image

Out of thyme? No worries, the beauty of this dish is in its versatility. Try using another herb instead. -Sarah Reid, Oshawa, Ontario

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms
1 tablespoon butter
1 teaspoon olive oil
1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh thyme or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

In a large skillet, saute asparagus and mushrooms in butter and oil until tender. Stir in remaining ingredients.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 64 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 324mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges