SAVORY ASPARAGUS

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Fresh asparagus dresses up a weeknight meal with aromatic tarragon. Try substituting the asparagus with broccoli for a twist.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon dried tarragon
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

In a large skillet, bring 1/2 in. of water to a boil. Add asparagus; cover and cook for 3-4 minutes or until crisp-tender. , Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine the oil, tarragon, onion powder and pepper until blended. Drain asparagus; drizzle with oil mixture and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 74 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 6mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges