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Lemon Butter Asparagus

Lemon Butter Asparagus

Lemon Butter Asparagus is a bright and refreshing side dish made with sautéed asparagus, lemon juice, and butter, perfect for spring and summer.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine North American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 42 kcal

Equipment

  • skillet

Ingredients
  

  • 20 spears asparagus washed and trimmed
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 whole lemon zested
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • ½ tablespoon olive oil
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 pinch ground black pepper

Instructions
 

  • In a large skillet, over medium high heat, melt the butter and olive oil.
  • Once sizzling, add the asparagus, salt and pepper.
  • Using tongs, gently turn the asparagus in the butter.
  • Sauté for 3-5 minutes.
  • Once done, turn off the heat and add the fresh lemon zest and fresh lemon juice.
  • Turn the asparagus gently to coat with the zest and juice.
  • Serve immediately!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 42kcalFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 7mgSodium: 49mgPotassium: 10mgVitamin A: 125IUVitamin C: 1.7mgIron: 0.1mg
Keyword asparagus, Lemon Butter Asparagus, side dish, spring, summer, vegetable
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