Lemon garlic asparagus
This Simple Lemon Garlic Asparagus Recipe is a go-to side dish that’s as quick to prepare as it is flavorful. There’s nothing quite like the combination of fresh asparagus, zesty lemon, and aromatic garlic to elevate any meal. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or whipping up a weeknight meal, this dish brings bright, fresh flavours to the table with minimal effort.
Equipment
- Frying Pan You can also use a skillet or shallow casserole
Ingredients
- 250 g asparagus
- 1 lemon
- 2 cloves garlic
- 2 tbsp olive oil (or butter or vegan butter)
Instructions
- Line a large piece of greaseproof paper in the bottom of a frying pan.
- Lay the asparagus in top of the greaseproof paper.
- Chop up the garlic and add to the pan.
- Slice the lemon and squeeze over the asparagus.
- Add a few small chunks of the olive oil or vegan butter.
- Scrunch the paper around the ingredients making a little bag. If it unravels, don’t worry.
- Cook on medium to low heat for about 15 minutes until cooked all the way through.
- Serve and enjoy.
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Notes
- A great part of this recipe is you can prep the asparagus in advance and cook when ready.
Nutrition
Calories: 169kcalCarbohydrates: 11gProtein: 4gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 4mgPotassium: 339mgFiber: 4gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 957IUVitamin C: 37mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg
Please note that the nutrition information provided above is approximate and meant as a guideline only.
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