Lemon-Sesame Asparagus

Serves 6 to 8
Time 10 min
Lemon-Sesame Asparagus

Fresh asparagus, steamed tender-crisp, is sautéed in toasted sesame oil, lightly coated with fresh lemon juice and then sprinkled with toasted sesame seeds. Steaming the asparagus first helps enhance its flavor and lessens the amount of oil that is required. Makes a great side dish for a light, al fresco dinner.

Special Diets:

Dairy FreeDairy Free
Gluten FreeGluten Free
Low SodiumLow Sodium
VeganVegan
VegetarianVegetarian
Sugar ConsciousSugar Conscious

Ingredients

    2 poundsasparagus, ends trimmed, each stalk cut diagonally into thirds
    1 1/2 tablespoonstoasted sesame oil
    1 1/2 tablespoonslemon juice
    2 tablespoonssesame seeds, toasted

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Method

Cook asparagus in large pot of boiling salted water until crisp-tender, about 3 minutes.


Drain. Rinse asparagus under cold water, draining again.


Heat toasted sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.


Add asparagus and sauté until heated through, about 2 minutes.


Add lemon juice and toss until well coated, about 1 minute.


Transfer to a serving platter and sprinkle with sesame seeds.

Nutritional Info

Serving Size

Calories

80

Total Fat

4g

Saturated Fat

0g

Cholesterol

0mg

Sodium

0mg

Total Carbohydrate

6g

Dietary Fiber

3g

Total Sugars

3g

Protein

3g

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