Asparagus With Almond Butter Recipe
Summary
Ingredients
| Asparagus spears | 1 Pound (fresh) | |
| Almonds | 1⁄2 Cup (8 tbs), sliced | |
| Butter | 1⁄4 Cup (4 tbs) | |
| Cucumber | 2 Tablespoon, grated | |
| Lemon juice | 1 Teaspoon |
Nutrition Facts
Serving size
Calories 221 Calories from Fat 174
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 20 g31.2%
Saturated Fat 7.9 g39.5%
Trans Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 30.2 mg10.1%
Sodium 193.9 mg8.1%
Total Carbohydrates 6 g2.1%
Dietary Fiber 2.8 g11%
Sugars 1.9 g
Protein 5 g10.1%
Vitamin A 17.9% Vitamin C 4.9%
Calcium 8.4% Iron 9.8%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Directions
Remove scales with a knife or vegetable peeler, if desired.
Cook asparagus, covered, in a small amount of boiling water 6 to 8 minutes or until crisp-tender; drain.
Arrange in a serving dish.
Saute almonds in butter over low heat until golden brown.
Stir in cucumber and lemon juice.
Pour over asparagus.
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