ASPARAGUS AND ZUCCHINI SAUTé

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This was a veggie delight I came up with on spur of the moment and I'm so glad I was inspired. It is so easy, the flavors are all natural and come together to make a nice rich flavorsome juice which is why no extra spices are needed. I hope you like it.

Provided by Summerwine

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 40m

Yield 2-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons butter
2 garlic cloves (finely chopped)
1 leek (sliced 1/2 thick)
4 large mushrooms (sliced)
1/2 lb asparagus
1 small zucchini (unpeeled)
1 medium tomatoes
salt & freshly ground black pepper
grated fresh parmesan cheese (to garnish)

Steps:

  • Cut off stalk ends of asparagus and throw away. Cut off tips and reserve in bowl. Cut the remaining stalk in halves or thirds (your discretion).
  • Slice the zucchini in half and then slice up in bite-size chunks.
  • Melt the butter in a frying pan.
  • Add finely chopped garlic, slice leeks and sauté until browned.
  • Add mushrooms to the fry pan and sauté for 3-5 minutes.
  • Add asparagus (except for tips) and zucchini to the fry pan.
  • Add salt and fresh ground black pepper.
  • Cover and simmer until tender; about 10 minutes.
  • Add tomatoes and asparagus tips and cook for a further 5 minutes until the tomatoes are cooked but not mushy.
  • Garnish with grated fresh parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 189, Fat 12.3, SaturatedFat 7.5, Cholesterol 30.5, Sodium 118.4, Carbohydrate 17.9, Fiber 5, Sugar 6.7, Protein 6.4

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