Asparagus with Lime and Ginger

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Definitely a different take on asparagus.

Submitted by TerryWilson

Updated on April 26, 2021

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Prep Time:

15 mins

Cook Time:

5 mins

Total Time:

20 mins

Servings:

4

Yield:

1 1/2 pounds asparagus

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Ingredients

1 ½ pounds fresh asparagus, trimmed
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 teaspoon grated lime zest
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
1 ½ teaspoons minced fresh ginger root
½ teaspoon white sugar
6 tablespoons vegetable oil
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Directions

Pour about 1 inch of water into the bottom half of a steamer pan set, and place over medium heat. Place the asparagus in the top half of the steamer pan set; steam until tender, 4 to 5 minutes. Remove the asparagus and arrange on a serving platter.
Whisk the lime juice, lime zest, cilantro, ginger, and sugar together in a bowl; stream the vegetable oil into the mixture while whisking. Season with salt and pepper. Drizzle over the asparagus.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

223	Calories
21g	Fat
8g	Carbs
4g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 223
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 21g	27%
Saturated Fat 3g	17%
Sodium 24mg	1%
Total Carbohydrate 8g	3%
Dietary Fiber 4g	13%
Total Sugars 3g
Protein 4g	8%
Vitamin C 16mg	18%
Calcium 42mg	3%
Iron 2mg	9%
Potassium 398mg	8%

* 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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