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Steamed Asparagus
This Garlic Lime Steamed Asparagus is the perfect side dish to any meal. From winter to summer, your family will love this easy asparagus recipe.
Prep Time
5
minutes
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Cook Time
5
minutes
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Total Time
10
minutes
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Course:
Side Dish
Cuisine:
American
Servings:
1
Calories:
49
kcal
Author:
Carrie Barnard
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
Calories:
49
kcal
|
Carbohydrates:
10
g
|
Protein:
5
g
|
Fat:
1
g
|
Saturated Fat:
1
g
|
Sodium:
2336
mg
|
Potassium:
458
mg
|
Fiber:
5
g
|
Sugar:
5
g
|
Vitamin A:
1715
IU
|
Vitamin C:
17
mg
|
Calcium:
54
mg
|
Iron:
5
mg