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Steamed asparagus served on a white plate with lemon, olive oil, and a fork.

Steamed Asparagus

Avatar photoRhonda Cawthorn
Savor tender-crisp Steamed Asparagus in just 10 minutes! This quick vegan & gluten-free recipe, brightened with lemon & olive oil, is your ideal side.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 33 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 bunch asparagus ends trimmed
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Fill a pot with enough water to reach just below the bottom of the steamer basket and bring to a boil.
    Steamed Asparagus Recipe
  • Place the trimmed asparagus in the steamer basket, then set the basket over the boiling water, making sure the water does not touch the bottom of the basket.
    Steamed Asparagus Recipe
  • Cover the pot with a lid and steam the asparagus for 3-5 minutes, or until it is bright green and tender but still crisp.
  • Carefully remove the steamer basket from the pot and transfer the asparagus to a serving dish.
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  • Drizzle the asparagus with olive oil and lemon juice, then season with salt and black pepper to taste. Toss gently to coat.
    Drizzling olive oil and lemon juice over steamed asparagus, seasoned with salt and pepper.

Nutrition

Calories: 33kcalCarbohydrates: 0.4gProtein: 0.1gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 0.5gSodium: 0.2mgFiber: 0.1g
Keyword asparagus, side dish, steamed asparagus
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