Pan-Fried Asparagus

This pan-fried asparagus is a great side dish for any meal. The dish is easy to make and is perfect for those looking for a healthy option. Asparagus is a great source of nutrients such as Vitamin C, Vitamin K, and dietary fiber. This recipe serves 4 people and takes 15 minutes to prepare and cook.

Ingredients:

• 1 pound fresh asparagus
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 lemon, juiced

Nutrition:

• Calories: 62
• Total Fat: 4.4g
• Saturated Fat: 0.6g
• Cholesterol: 0mg
• Sodium: 148mg
• Total Carbohydrates: 5.1g
• Dietary Fiber: 2.5g
• Sugar: 2.3g
• Protein: 2.6g

Instructions:

1. Wash and trim the asparagus.
2. Heat the olive oil in a pan on medium heat.
3. Add the asparagus to the pan and sprinkle with salt and black pepper.
4. Cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the asparagus is golden brown and tender.
5. Remove the pan from the heat and drizzle the lemon juice over the asparagus.
6. Serve and enjoy!

Additional Notes:

• If the asparagus is too thick, you can blanch it in boiling water for 2-3 minutes before pan-frying.
• You can add minced garlic or Parmesan cheese for additional flavor.

Cuisine:

European

Category:

Side Dish

Preparation Time:

5 minutes

Cooking Time:

10 minutes

Servings:

4