Asparagus Almondine
Asparagus almondine is an easy, healthy, 15-minute side dish that’s sure to impress!
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients
- ¼ cup unsalted almonds
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 bunch asparagus, ends trimmed
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt, divided
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper, divided
- 3 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley
- Zest of one lemon
- Juice of ½ lemon
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium low heat and add almonds. Toast lightly for 2-3 minutes (watch to make sure they don’t burn), stirring occasionally. Remove and finely chop the almonds.
- In the same skillet, over medium heat, melt the butter. Add asparagus, ¼ teaspoon salt and ⅛ teaspoon black pepper and saute for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add garlic and saute another minute, until asparagus is tender.
- Meanwhile, combine almonds and remaining ingredients, including remaining salt and pepper, in a small bowl and mix.
- Remove asparagus and top with almond mixture. Serve hot.
Notes
I prefer to get the thin pencil-size type asparagus when possible. If yours are on the thicker side, you’ll just need to cook them a little longer until they are fork tender. Or if your asparagus is the super thin kind, you’ll only need 2-3 minutes to cook them. No one wants mushy asparagus!
I think one tablespoon of butter is enough here, but you could double that if you want an extra buttery flavor.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 121kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 8mg | Sodium: 304mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 8g
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