Mena's Simple Steamed Asparagus
Recipe by Malina Bleeding Heart Morris from allrecipes.com
Dinner,Side Dish 15 Mins.
Ingredients
4
4 servings
- •1 bunch fresh asparagus
- •¼ cup water
- •1 lemon
- •⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
- •⅛ teaspoon garlic powder (Optional)
Instructions
- Take each spear of asparagus and break it towards the end, wherever it naturally snaps, to remove woody ends. Place asparagus in a microwave-safe glass container with a lid. Pour in water.
- Roll lemon on a flat work surface to release the juices; slice in half. Squeeze each half over the asparagus. Sprinkle with pepper and garlic powder.
- Cover container and place in the microwave. Cook on high until tender-crisp, 5 to 6 minutes. Drain and let stand for 5 minutes before serving.
Nutritional Facts
Per 4 servings
- Calories: 29
- Carbohydrate: 7g
- Fat: 0g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Sugar: 2g
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