STIR-FRIED ASPARAGUS AND CARROTS

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I always enjoy asparagus - and this is for other asparagus lovers. The carrots add a lovely contrast of color. And it is only 43 calories a serving!

Provided by Trisha W

Categories     Vegetable

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/3 cup low sodium chicken broth
2 teaspoons reduced sodium soy sauce
1 teaspoon cornstarch
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon vegetable oil
24 asparagus spears, cut into 1/2 inch diagonal pieces
1/2 cup carrot, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Combine broth, soy sauce, cornstarch and sugar in a small bowl, stirring until items are disolved making a broth.
  • Heat oil, in a non-stick skillet, then add the asparagus pieces, cooking and stirring constantly, until bright green (about 2 minutes).
  • Add the broth mixture and carrots, cooking and stirring constantly until sauce is thickened and asparagus tender (about 3 more minutes).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 44.6, Fat 1.5, SaturatedFat 0.2, Sodium 116.5, Carbohydrate 6.6, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 2.4, Protein 2.8

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