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Sauteed Garlic Asparagus (Stovetop Asparagus Recipe)

Sauteed Asparagus, ready in minutes, is a super easy spring skillet side dish infused with flavors of lemon, roasted garlic, and butter.
Prep Time2 minutes
Cook Time5 minutes
Total Time7 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 102kcal
Author: Stephanie Wilson

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 1 bunch asparagus
  • 4 cloves garlic sliced
  • 1 lemon squeezed
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Melt butter or margarine in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add asparagus spears and garlic; cover and cook until asparagus is tender, 5 to 10 minutes.
  • Remove from the heat, season with salt and pepper to taste and toss with lemon juice.
  • Cook time will depend on the thickness of the asparagus and how soft you like them to be.

Nutrition

Calories: 102kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 23mg | Sodium: 70mg | Potassium: 242mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 1113IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 35mg | Iron: 2mg