CRUNCHY ASPARAGUS MEDLEY

Crunchy Asparagus Medley image

This savory side dish made a special appearance at our Hawaiian dinner. But I've also been know to prepare it with different foods on other occasions.-Mary Gaylord, Balsam Lake, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 20m

Yield 8-10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

1-1/2 pounds fresh asparagus, cut into 2-inch pieces
1 cup thinly sliced celery
2 cans (8 ounces each) sliced water chestnuts, drained
1/4 cup slivered almonds, toasted
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons butter

Steps:

In a large saucepan, cook the asparagus and celery in 1/2 in. of water for 3-5 minutes or until crisp-tender; drain. Stir in the water chestnuts, almonds, soy sauce and butter; heat through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 70 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 6mg cholesterol, Sodium 225mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein.