Best Sautéed Asparagus With Lemon Garlic And Almonds Recipes

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SAUTEED ASPARAGUS -THE BEST RECIPE



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No blanching necessary for this quick and easy Sauteed Asparagus recipe. The addition of garlic and lemon juice creates the best asparagus recipe.

Provided by Maria Vannelli RD

Categories     Side Dish

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 pound asparagus (fresh, 15 spears, bottom trimmed and rinsed)
3 tablespoons olive oil (extra virgin )
3-4 garlic cloves (chopped)
salt and pepper to taste
Juice and zest of ½ lemon (freshly squeezed)
1 tablespoon Romano or Parmesan cheese (grated, optional)

Steps:

  • Place a large skillet over medium heat.
  • Add the olive oil.
  • Add asparagus and saute for about 3-5 minutes. The total time depends on the size of the asparagus.
  • Taste for doneness. Should be crisp-tender.
  • Add chopped garlic cloves and continue to cook for about 1-2 minutes.
  • Season with salt and pepper. Taste and adjust accordingly.
  • Add lemon juice and saute for another 30 seconds or so.
  • Remove from heat.
  • Add lemon zest and toss to combine.
  • If desired, garnish with grated cheese and serve.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 serving, Calories 124 kcal, Carbohydrate 5 g, Protein 3 g, Fat 11 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Cholesterol 1 mg, Sodium 21 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 2 g

EASY SAUTéED ASPARAGUS



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With fresh lemon, garlic, and Mediterranean favorites like feta and roasted red peppers, this Sautéed Asparagus is an easy side dish that complements almost any dinner. Serve with your favorite fish, lamb or chicken for a quick and healthy meal any night.

Provided by Suzy Karadsheh

Categories     Side Dish

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 9

Extra virgin olive oil
1 pound asparagus, (trimmed, and cut into 3-inch pieces)
3 cloves garlic, (minced)
1 shallot, (chopped)
1 lemon, (zested and juiced)
1 teaspoon chile pepper flakes,
1 teaspoon za'atar
1/3 cup roasted red peppers (from a jar, drained, and chopped)
1/3 cup feta cheese, (more to your liking)

Steps:

  • Heat up ¼ cup olive oil over medium-high heat until just shimmering.
  • Add the asparagus and season with kosher salt and black pepper.
  • Cook for a couple minutes, tossing regularly, then add the shallots and garlic and cook for another 3 minutes or until the asparagus is tender and lightly browned.
  • Remove from the heat and add the lemon juice, zest, spices, roasted peppers and feta cheese. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 68.7 kcal, Carbohydrate 10.3 g, Protein 5.9 g, Fat 1.9 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Cholesterol 6.7 mg, Sodium 283.5 mg, Fiber 3.7 g, Sugar 3.8 g, ServingSize 1 serving

SAUTEED ASPARAGUS



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Provided by Valerie Bertinelli

Categories     side-dish

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 small shallot, sliced
1 bunch thin asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 teaspoon lemon zest, for garnish

Steps:

  • Heat the butter and oil in a large saute pan over medium heat. Add the shallots and cook until they begin to soften, about 1 minute. Add the asparagus and season with 1 teaspoon salt and some pepper. Cook the asparagus, stirring occasionally, until cooked through but still bright green, about 4 minutes. Transfer the asparagus to a platter and garnish with lemon zest.

LEMON ALMOND ASPARAGUS



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I love this timesaving way to dress up fresh asparagus. Drizzle butter and lemon juice over the spears before topping them with almonds and lemon zest strips. -Linda Barry, Yakima, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 tablespoons butter
5 teaspoons lemon juice
2 pounds fresh asparagus, trimmed
1/3 cup sliced almonds, toasted
Lemon zest strips, optional

Steps:

  • Melt butter; stir in lemon juice. In a large saucepan, bring 4 cups water to a boil. Add asparagus in batches; cook 2-4 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain and place on a serving plate. Drizzle with butter mixture; top with almonds and, if desired, lemon zest strips.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 78 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 11mg cholesterol, Sodium 36mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

LEMON ALMOND ASPARAGUS



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Lemon and almond work together to achieve a unique and enticing asparagus. A perfect pairing for the season.

Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 20m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 Tbsp. butter
5 tsp. lemon juice
2 lbs. fresh asparagus, trimmed
1/3 cup sliced almonds, toasted
Lemon peel strips, optional

Steps:

  • Melt butter; stir in lemon juice. In a large saucepan, bring 4 cups water to a boil. Add asparagus in batches; cook 2-4 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain and place on a serving plate. Drizzle with butter mixture; top with almonds and, if desired, lemon peel.

SAUTEED ASPARAGUS WITH LEMON



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Try this side with seared steak, roasted lamb or chicken.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Quick & Easy Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 tablespoon olive oil
2 bunches asparagus (14 ounces each), ends trimmed
Coarse salt and ground pepper
4 wide strips lemon zest
Juice from 1/2 lemon

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium. Add asparagus, and season with salt and pepper. Cook, tossing occasionally, until lightly browned and crisp-tender, 10 to 15 minutes, depending on thickness. Add lemon zest and cook 1 minute. Add lemon juice, toss to coat, and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 91 g, Fat 4 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 5 g

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