Sauteed Asparagus (The Best Recipe)
Garlic Butter Sauteed Asparagus - easy and healthy asparagus recipe that takes only 10 mins from prep to dinner table. Quick, fresh, and delicious!
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 94kcal
Ingredients
- 10 oz. (280g) young asparagus
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- salt to taste
- 3 dashes ground black pepper
- lemon juice optional
Instructions
- Cut the bottom part of the asparagus stems, about 1-2 inches (2.5cm-5cm).
- Heat up a skillet on medium heat and add the melted butter. Saute the garlic until slightly browned before adding the asparagus. Toss with a spatula to combine well with the garlic.
- Add salt and ground black pepper. Add a squirt or two lemon juice, if using. Once the asparagus becomes tender and just cooked, remove from heat and serve immediately. DO NOT overcook the asparagus.
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Nutrition
Serving: 1g | Calories: 94kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 20mg | Sodium: 209mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g