Simply Steamed Asparagus

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This steamed asparagus is tender and tasty! Try using vinaigrette dressing in place of the butter, too.

Submitted by KIMIRAEJ

Updated on July 25, 2024

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A plate of steamed asparagus topped with black pepper and served with a lemon wedge

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Prep Time:

10 mins

Cook Time:

5 mins

Total Time:

15 mins

Servings:

4

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Ingredients

1 bunch asparagus spears
1 teaspoon butter
¼ teaspoon salt

Directions

Gather all ingredients.

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Place 3 cups water in the bottom half of a steamer pan set. Add butter and salt and bring to a boil.

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Trim dry ends off of asparagus. If spears are thick, peel them lightly with a vegetable peeler.

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Place asparagus spears in the top half of the steamer pan set. Steam until asparagus is tender, 5 to 10 minutes depending on thickness.

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Serve and enjoy!

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Recipe Tip

If you don't have a steamer pan set, you can use a steamer basket inserted into a large pot.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

32	Calories
1g	Fat
4g	Carbs
3g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 32
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 1g	2%
Saturated Fat 1g	4%
Cholesterol 3mg	1%
Sodium 160mg	7%
Total Carbohydrate 4g	2%
Dietary Fiber 2g	8%
Total Sugars 2g
Protein 3g	5%
Vitamin C 6mg	7%
Calcium 33mg	3%
Iron 2mg	13%
Potassium 231mg	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.

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