Description
Sauteed Asparagus with Garlic and Butter is a quick and elegant dish that celebrates the vibrant flavors of spring. This simple preparation brings out the earthy tones of fresh asparagus, enhanced by the richness of butter and the aromatic punch of garlic.
Ingredients
Scale
1 pound Fresh Asparagus
2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter
3 cloves Fresh Garlic, minced
To taste Sea Salt
To taste Black Pepper
1 teaspoon Lemon Juice (Optional)
Instructions
- Wash the asparagus and snap off the woody ends
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and melt 1 tablespoon of butter
- Add the asparagus in a single layer and cook undisturbed for 2 to 3 minutes until golden brow
- Reduce heat to medium, add remaining butter and minced garlic, tossing for about 1 to 2 minutes
- Season with sea salt and black pepper, and add lemon juice if desired
- Serve immediately, drizzling the remaining garlic butter over the asparagus
Notes
Use fresh asparagus for the best texture and flavor.
Do not crowd the pan to avoid steaming the asparagus.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 10 mins
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sauteing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 95 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg