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Garlic Butter Sautéed Asparagus

This simple yet elegant sautéed asparagus recipe brings out the natural flavor of fresh spring asparagus with the richness of butter, olive oil, and aromatic garlic. Ready in just 15 minutes, it's the perfect healthy side dish for weeknight dinners or special occasions alike.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound fresh asparagus spears woody ends trimmed
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
  • 1 lemon cut into wedges for serving
  • 2 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan cheese optional

Method
 

  1. Prepare the asparagus by rinsing thoroughly under cold water. Snap or cut off the woody ends (about 1-2 inches from the bottom).
  2. Pat the asparagus spears dry with a clean kitchen towel. This ensures better caramelization when cooking.
  3. Heat the butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until the butter is melted and starts to foam slightly.
  4. Add the minced garlic to the pan and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to let it brown.
  5. Add the asparagus spears to the pan in a single layer. If your pan is too small, cook in batches rather than overcrowding.
  6. Season the asparagus with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using.
  7. Cook for 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally with tongs, until the asparagus is bright green and tender-crisp. Thicker spears may need 1-2 minutes more.
  8. Remove from heat when the asparagus is still slightly firm but can be easily pierced with a fork.
  9. Transfer to a serving plate, drizzle with any remaining pan sauce, and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese if desired.
  10. Serve immediately with lemon wedges for squeezing over the top.

Nutrition

Calories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 3gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 320mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2g
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