Asparagus Amandine Recipe

Summary

Preparation Time20 MinCooking Time15 Min
Ready In35 MinDifficulty LevelEasy
Health IndexHealthyServings4
CuisineCourse
MethodVegetarian
Main IngredientInterest Group

Ingredients

 Blanched almonds1⁄4 Cup (4 tbs), slivered
 Butter1⁄4 Cup (4 tbs)
 Salt4 Teaspoon
 Lemon juice2 Teaspoon
 Asparagus2 Small

Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Calories 156 Calories from Fat 139

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 16 g24.6%

Saturated Fat 7.6 g37.9%

Trans Fat 0 g

Cholesterol 30.2 mg10.1%

Sodium 1942.2 mg80.9%

Total Carbohydrates 2 g0.8%

Dietary Fiber 1.2 g4.7%

Sugars 0.7 g

Protein 2 g4.7%

Vitamin A 8.7% Vitamin C 2.9%

Calcium 2.7% Iron 3.3%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Directions

MAKING
1) In a saucepan, heat butter.
2) Add in the almonds and sauté till golden, stirring occasionally.
3) Take off from heat and add in salt and lemon juice.
4) Drain the asparagus and heat.
5) Remove and place on a serving platter.

SERVING
6) Ten minutes before serving, add the almond mixture over the asparagus.
7) Stand for several minutes and then serve.
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