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Oh my! This Garlic Lime Steamed asparagus is so easy to make and tastes amazing! It is packed with flavor and takes just minutes to make.
Garlic lime steamed asparagus
Whether is is cold or hot outside, you can make this delicious side dish because we cook it in the skillet. It literally takes minutes to make to enjoy delicious asparagus.
If you are not a fan of asparagus it is because you ate it from a can or someone over cooked it. Trust me… I’ve overcooked mine many times and it is packed with flavor (and nutrients) if you don’t over cook it.
That is the key! You don’t want mushy asparagus. The asparagus should be bright green and tender but not mushy.
Give this a try and see how delicious it is. If you prefer roasted asparagus, try this easy roasted asparagus recipe.
Tips for steamed asparagus:
If the asparagus isn’t still bright green then you have overcooked it. Once it becomes bright green stop cooking.
For this Garlic Steamed Asparagus recipe all you need is garlic salt, a fresh lime, some fresh asparagus, water and a skillet with a lid.
Now you don’t have to have a lime juicer but I highly recommend it. After years of doing it myself, I finally decided to get one – completely worth the investment.
They do a much better job than your hand can do. Amazon has several on sale here.
Learn how to store asparagus and keep it fresh.
How do you steam asparagus without a steamer?
If you need a skillet, I just found this good one one sale. That is it!
You don’t need a special steamer. Just a good skillet and lid! Easy!
Ingredient you need:
- ½ pound Asparagus
- ½ cup Water
- 1 tsp Garlic Salt
- ½ Lime Juice Fresh
How long do you steam asparagus:
First, cut the bottom end of the asparagus.
Next, place in your skillet. Pour ½ cup of water, just enough to cover the bottom of the skillet.
Place the lid back on. Turn on to medium-high and bring to a boil.
Steam the asparagus for about 2-3 minutes, until the asparagus turns bright green.
Remove, the lid. If there is still water, continue to cook (it will boil off in a minute).
Turn off heat.
Squeeze half a lime over the asparagus and season with garlic salt.
Serve immediately. Easy!
Salt and pepper to taste.
Jump to recipe below.
It is that simple to make garlic lime steamed asparagus recipe!
Once you add the asparagus, it really does not take long at all. Fresh asparagus is a great side dish and so quick and easy.
You can even just season with salt and it turns out fabulous. It is such a healthy recipe and really delicious.
No steamer basket needed to make this fresh asparagus and just a good skillet. It is so simple to cook asparagus.
Try this healthy recipe and see how you like it.
What goes good with asparagus?
There are so many great meals that are quick and easy and go with this baked asparagus. This easy side dish is so quick and easy and pairs nicely with many other simple recipe ideas!
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Money Saving Tip for roasted asparagus parmesan:
Asparagus can be expensive if you are not shopping smart. Only make asparagus when it is on sale and in season. Normally you will get the best prices from August to November.
Make sure you download our What in Season? Printable – Free Calendar of Fruits and Vegetables in Season, so you will know when produce is in season and at its lowest price.
We love to save money and easy recipes like this really help to keep our grocery budget reasonable and our families happy. It is possible to save time and money while serving your family great meals.
By shopping when things are on sale I save money on groceries and it really helps our budget. Saving money and feeding a big family can be accomplished.
I cut our grocery bill by 50% off by following these 8 Tips for for Saving Money on Groceries by Menu Planning! Save that money for something else!
It is possible to feed your family healthy and delicious meals while also saving money. You will love this easy side dish and if you grab it on sale, it is very frugal.
Print this steamed asparagus recipe below:
Garlic Lime Steamed Asparagus
Ingredients
- ½ pound Asparagus
- ½ cup Water
- 1 tsp Garlic Salt
- ½ Lime Juice Fresh
Instructions
- Cut the bottom end
- Place in your skillet.
- Pour ½ cup of water, just enough to cover the bottom of the skillet.
- Place the lid back on.
- Turn on to medium-high and bring to a boil.
- Steam the asparagus for about 2-3 minutes, until the asparagus turns bright green.
- Remove, the lid. If there is still water, continue to cook (it will boil off in a minute).
- Turn off heat.
- Squeeze half a lime over the asparagus and season with garlic salt.
- Serve imediately.
Nutrition Facts
If you have never tried asparagus or are afraid of too… Please try this recipe. I’ve gotten several people to fall in love with asparagus with this recipe. 🙂
If you like this recipe, try my Grilled Asparagus recipe too!
This Bacon wrapped asparagus recipe will not disappoint and has the most amazing flavor.
Air fryer asparagus is the perfect side dish in less than 5 minutes!
Try these other asparagus recipes:
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- Grilled Asparagus Recipe
- How to Store Asparagus to keep in fresh longer
- Roasted Asparagus Recipe
This sounds exquisite!!! Amazing one.
Can I use lemon instead of the lime?
Yes, I have done that before.
Omg!!! I love asparagus and this recipe is pure awesomeness …..cooked it on our smoker and it was like heaven!!!!!