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Sauteed Lemon Asparagus

This Sauteed Lemon Asparagus is a delicious side dish made with very simple ingredients and in less than 10 minutes! This tender asparagus is a delicious go along with almost any meal and is perfect for both weeknight meals and holiday gatherings. You’ll enjoy every bite of this amazing asparagus!
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Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 3 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 149kcal
Author: Megan Porta

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1 extra-large chicken-flavored bouillon cube
  • 1 bunch asparagus ends trimmed
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp pepper
  • 1/2 lemon juiced

Instructions

  • In a medium skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the bouillon cube and, using a spatula, break it up and stir it into the olive oil.
  • Add the asparagus to the skillet and cook, tossing occasionally, for 3 to 5 minutes, or until bright green in color. Sprinkle with salt, pepper and lemon juice.
  • Transfer asparagus to a serving platter and drizzle oil from the skillet over the top. Top with lemon slices if desired.

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Notes

  • Be sure to trim the woody ends from the asparagus.
  • Thicker asparagus may require a slightly longer cooking time.
  • Try to keep the asparagus in a single layer as it cooks.
  • After drizzling the oil over the cooked asparagus, sprinkle Parmesan over the top for an extra punch of flavor.
  • Add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice over the top of the asparagus before serving.
  • Use a plant-based or vegan chicken bouillon if you are looking for a vegetarian side dish.

Nutrition

Calories: 149kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 0.1mg | Sodium: 532mg | Potassium: 252mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 855IU | Vitamin C: 13mg | Calcium: 34mg | Iron: 3mg
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