This is one of my all-time favorite side dishes: easy, quick, full of peppery flavor and pairs fantastically with a number of protein recipes! Asparagus is a true power-food: it’s a natural diuretic, detoxifier and source of fiber and inulin, which feeds your gut friendly bacteria.
Ingredients
- 1 lb (454 g) fresh young asparagus
- 3 tbsp (45 ml) olive oil
- ½ tsp unrefined sea salt
- ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper
How to Make It
- Wash the asparagus, then trim about ½ inch (1 cm) off the bottom. Pat dry with a towel.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil, then add the asparagus. Season with salt and pepper, then sauté on high heat until asparagus is tender and just slightly browned, about 5 minutes. Serve hot.
| Nutrition Facts |
Serving Size 1 |
Nutritional Value Per Serving | Calories 441 kcal Calories from Fat: 387 kcal |
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% Daily Value*
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| Total Fat 43 g 123% |
Trans Fat 0.0 g |
carbohydrates 16 g 12% |
Dietary Fiber 11 g 29% |
Protein 11 g 22% |
* Above mentioned %DVs (Percent Daily Values) are based on 2,000 calorie food intake.
DVs (Daily values) may be vary depending upon individuals daily calorie needs. Above nutritional values are estimates and should only be used as a guide for approximation. They are not allfoodchef.com recommendations. Calculations are based on average weight of 194 lbs. and ages of 19 to 50 years. |