Asparagus with Gremolata Sauce
Asparagus has folate, fiber, as well as vitamins A, C, E, and K. It also has antioxidants, so treat yourself to this dish knowing that you are feeding your body with some important nutrients.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Values are per serving · Serving Size: 6 ounces (158g)
45
Calories
1g
Protein
2g
Carbs
4g
Fat
1g
Fiber
1g
Sugar
2mg
Sodium
Saturated Fat 2 g · Cholesterol 10 mg
Rings show one serving as a share of a 2,000 calorie reference day. In the Nutrola app they fill against your own goals.
Ingredients
asparagus, washed and trimmed
2 cups · about 8 ounces
unsalted butter
2 tablespoons
lemon peel
2 teaspoons · grated
garlic clove
1 large · minced
lemon juice
2 tablespoons
Instructions
- 1
Wash hands with soap and water.
- 2
Cook asparagus in a large pot of boiling water until tender, about 4 minutes.
- 3
Drain: rinse with cold water to cool quickly, and drain again.
- 4
Pat dry; wrap in a paper towel and then plastic wrap and refrigerate.
- 5
Melt margarine in a heavy large skillet over medium-high heat.
- 6
Add lemon peel and garlic and stir for 30 seconds.
- 7
Add asparagus and toss to coat.
- 8
Sprinkle with lemon juice. Sauté until asparagus is heated through and coated with Gremolata sauce, about 3 minutes.
- 9
Transfer to platter. Sprinkle with parsley and serve.
Source: USDA MyPlate Kitchen · Eat Smart New York! Cornell University Cooperative Extension
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