Sauteed Asparagus

Making an impressive main dish is hard work, so we’re partial to simple sides that pack a punch with little effort. This sauteed asparagus is crunchy, flavorful, and delightfully easy to make. All you need is a bunch of asparagus, oil, garlic, salt, and pepper. It’s almost too easy!

What Else Can I Add?

This is a great recipe for playing with different seasoning blends. Try:

• Tony Chachere’s
• Lawry’s
• Cajun Seasoning
• Ranch Seasoning
• Garlic Herb Seasoning
• Parmesan Cheese

WHat To Serve with Sauteed ASparagus

This sautéed asparagus is such a versatile side dish. It truly goes with everything! We love it served with Chicken Cordon Bleu, Garlic Butter Baked Cod, Glazed Pork Chops, or BBQ Ribs. Drizzle them with a little bit of Balsamic Glaze to really take them to the next level.

I served this asparagus with our Parmesan Risotto, and it made the ultimate fresh and delicious meal for my family.

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Sauteed Asparagus

This Sautéed Asparagus is crunchy, flavorful, and delightfully easy to make. It's the perfect side for any meal.

Course Side Dish

Cuisine American

Total Cost $4.74 recipe / $1.18 serving

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Cook Time 10 minutes minutes

Total Time 15 minutes minutes

Servings 4

Calories 60kcal

Author Jess Rice

Ingredients

• 1 bunch asparagus (1 lb.) $3.87
• 1 Tbsp olive oil $0.13
• 1 tsp salt $0.05
• 1 tsp freshly cracked black pepper $0.05
• 1 clove garlic, minced $0.06
• 1 fresh lemon (optional) $0.58

Instructions

• Cut off the woody ends of the asparagus.
• Add oil to a large frying pan on medium high heat. Add asparagus and gently shake to cover each spear with oil. Add the salt and pepper and cook, shaking every so often, until asparagus turns bright green, about 5 minutes.
• Add the minced garlic to pan and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
• Remove the asparagus and spritz with a squeeze of lemon juice. Adjust salt and pepper to your liking.

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Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 60kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 4g | Sodium: 584mg | Fiber: 3g

how to make Sautéed Asparagus – step by step photos

Cut off the woody ends of 1 bunch asparagus.

Add 1 Tbsp olive oil to a large frying pan on medium-high heat, then add the asparagus and gently shake to cover each spear with oil. Shake every so often, until asparagus turns bright green, about 5 minutes.

Sprinkle over 1 tsp salt and 1 tsp pepper and add 1 clove minced garlic to the pan and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Remove asparagus and spritz with a squeeze of lemon juice from 1 whole lemon. Adjust salt and pepper to your liking.

This sautéed asparagus is so simple and delicious!

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