Asparagus Italian Style Recipe

Summary

Difficulty LevelVery EasyHealth IndexHealthy++
CuisineCourse
MethodVegetarian
Main IngredientInterest Group

Ingredients

 Asparagus1 Pound
 Olive oil1 Tablespoon
 Fresh lemon juice1 Teaspoon

Nutrition Facts

Serving size: Complete recipe

Calories 225 Calories from Fat 137

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 16 g23.9%

Saturated Fat 2.3 g11.3%

Trans Fat 0 g

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 9.4 mg0.4%

Total Carbohydrates 18 g6.2%

Dietary Fiber 9.5 g38.2%

Sugars 8.6 g

Protein 10 g20%

Vitamin A 68.6% Vitamin C 46.2%

Calcium 10.9% Iron 54.4%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Directions

GETTING READY 1) Remove the heaviest part of the asparagus stalk. MAKING 2) In a big saucepan, boil 2 quarts of water. 3) Add to the pan, asparagus and boil. 4) Do not cover the panand boil for 3-4 inutes or until tender and crisp. 5) Remove the asparagus from the water. FINALIZING 6) In a serving dish, place the asparagus and toss with olive oil and juice of lemon. SERVING 7) Serve the Italian style asparagus with your main course meal.
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