Asparagus Side Dish

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When you're making a meal with asparagus as a side dish, this is a deliciously easy way to prepare asparagus. Sometimes I add julienned carrots and steam them together. It all looks very pretty with the colors.

Submitted by CariCooks

Updated on June 25, 2024

close up view of an Asparagus Side Dish with tomatoes on a white plate

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Prep Time:

5 mins

Cook Time:

12 mins

Total Time:

17 mins

Servings:

4

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Ingredients

1 bunch fresh asparagus, trimmed
⅔ cup water
¼ cup olive oil
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
10 grape tomatoes, halved

Directions

Add asparagus and water to a 10-inch skillet over medium heat; cover. Steam asparagus until tender, about 10 minutes; drain.
Return asparagus in skillet to heat; reduce heat to low. Drizzle asparagus with olive oil; sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Add grape tomatoes to the skillet; cover and allow to sit, covered, until cheese melts and tomatoes are slightly steamed, about 2 minutes.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

194	Calories
17g	Fat
7g	Carbs
7g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 194
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 17g	21%
Saturated Fat 4g	19%
Cholesterol 9mg	3%
Sodium 160mg	7%
Total Carbohydrate 7g	2%
Dietary Fiber 3g	10%
Total Sugars 2g
Protein 7g	13%
Vitamin C 15mg	16%
Calcium 142mg	11%
Iron 3mg	16%
Potassium 337mg	7%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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