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Ingredients
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1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 3-inch pieces
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint
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½ lemon
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salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Directions
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Heat olive oil in a large, shallow pan over medium heat. When oil is hot, arrange asparagus evenly over the bottom of the pan. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes. Stir once. Continue cooking, stirring as needed, until bright green and tender, 6 to 8 minutes.
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Stir in mint, cook for about 30 seconds, and remove from heat. Squeeze lemon juice over asparagus and season with salt and pepper.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
85 | Calories |
7g | Fat |
6g | Carbs |
3g | Protein |
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 4 | |
Calories 85 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat 7g | 9% |
Saturated Fat 1g | 5% |
Sodium 42mg | 2% |
Total Carbohydrate 6g | 2% |
Dietary Fiber 3g | 11% |
Total Sugars 2g | |
Protein 3g | 5% |
Vitamin C 17mg | 19% |
Calcium 37mg | 3% |
Iron 3mg | 14% |
Potassium 250mg | 5% |
* 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.