MENA'S SIMPLE STEAMED ASPARAGUS

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This is a quick and easy way to prepare a steamed asparagus side dish in the microwave.

Provided by Malina Bleeding Heart Morris

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Asparagus

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 bunch fresh asparagus
¼ cup water
1 lemon
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
⅛ teaspoon garlic powder

Steps:

  • Take each spear of asparagus and break it towards the end, wherever it naturally snaps, to remove woody ends. Place asparagus in a microwave-safe glass container with a lid. Pour in water.
  • Roll lemon on a flat work surface to release the juices; slice in half. Squeeze each half over the asparagus. Sprinkle with pepper and garlic powder.
  • Cover container and place in the microwave. Cook on high until tender-crisp, 5 to 6 minutes. Drain and let stand for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 28.6 calories, Carbohydrate 7.4 g, Fat 0.2 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 2.8 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 3.6 mg, Sugar 2.1 g

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