The Best Asparagus in Under 10 Minutes
The Best Asparagus in Under 10 Minutes is your go-to recipe for a quick, delicious, and nutritious side dish.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Steaming
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb. Asparagus (washed)
- 1 Cup Water
- 1/2 to 1 Tbs. Butter
- 1/4 tsp. Garlic Salt
- 1/4 tsp. Fresh Ground Black Pepper
- 2 Tbs. Grated Parmesan Cheese
- Handful of Shredded Parmesan Cheese
Instructions
- Trim woody ends from asparagus.
- In a large pan, place asparagus and add 1 cup of water; heat on high.
- Cover and steam for 4-6 minutes until tender yet firm; discard excess liquid.
- Add butter, garlic salt, pepper, and grated parmesan; sauté over medium-high until melted and golden.
- Serve on a plate garnished with shredded parmesan.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup cooked asparagus (approximately 130g)
- Calories: 85
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 260mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg