Steamed Asparagus

Steamed Asparagus

Tender-crisp asparagus steamed in minutes and finished with butter and lemon.

Total 10 min Makes 4 servings Calories 55/serving

Dietary

Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Keto, Wheat free, Nut free, Halal, Kosher, Kosher for passover, Ashkenazi kosher for passover

Allergens

Dairy

Steaming asparagus preserves its bright color and snappy texture while keeping preparation simple and quick. A brief finish with butter, lemon juice, and salt rounds out the natural sweetness of the spears, making this an easy side for weeknight dinners or holiday meals alike.

Ingredients

  • 1 pound asparagus, woody ends trimmed
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Method

  1. Rinse the asparagus under cold water and snap or trim off the tough, woody ends.

  2. Fill a 6-quart saucepan with about 1 inch of water and bring to a boil over high heat.

  3. Place the asparagus in a steamer basket set over the boiling water, cover, and steam until tender-crisp, 4 to 6 minutes.

  4. Transfer the asparagus to a serving plate and toss with the butter, lemon juice, salt, and pepper while still hot.

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    Steamed Asparagus

    Steaming asparagus preserves its bright color and snappy texture while keeping preparation simple and quick. A brief finish with butter, lemon juice, and salt rounds out the natural sweetness of the spears, making this an easy side for weeknight dinners or holiday meals alike.

    10 min 4 servings 55 cal

    Ingredients

    • 1 pound asparagus, woody ends trimmed
    • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
    • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
    • 1/2 teaspoon salt
    • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

    Method

    1. 1

      Rinse the asparagus under cold water and snap or trim off the tough, woody ends.

    2. 2

      Fill a 6-quart saucepan with about 1 inch of water and bring to a boil over high heat.

    3. 3

      Place the asparagus in a steamer basket set over the boiling water, cover, and steam until tender-crisp, 4 to 6 minutes.

    4. 4

      Transfer the asparagus to a serving plate and toss with the butter, lemon juice, salt, and pepper while still hot.