An easy, quick and healthy dish of Asparagus sauteed with garlic. It can be microwaved under 10 mins.
Asparagus is a nutrient dense vegetable and is a good source of vitamins A, C, E and K, folate and chromium.
Stovetop method :
1 bunch (250 grams) Asparagus with edges trimmed (approx 24 asparagus spears)
4 tablespoon olive oil
4 large cloves of garlic chopped
1/4 teaspoon salt (as per your taste)
pepper to season (optional)
4 tablespoon olive oil
4 large cloves of garlic chopped
1/4 teaspoon salt (as per your taste)
pepper to season (optional)
- On medium heat add oil to a skillet.
- Then add the Asparagus and garlic to the oil.
- Mix well to coat the asparagus spears.
- Keep stirring in between on medium heat till its tender.
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Yield: 2
Easy Quick Healthy Asparagus sauteed with garlic under 10 minutes
Prep Time:
2 minutes
Cook Time:
7 minutes
Total Time:
9 minutes
An easy, quick and healthy dish of Asparagus sauteed with garlic. It can be microwaved under 10 mins.
Ingredients
- 1 bunch (250 grams) Asparagus with edges trimmed (approx 24 asparagus sticks)
- 4 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 large cloves of garlic chopped
- 1/4 teaspoon salt (as per your taste)
- pepper to season (optional)
Instructions
- Mix the olive oil with garlic and salt.
- Rub the oil mix to asparagus and ensure its coated well.
- Place the coated asparagus on a microwavable dish.
- Microwave on 900W for 4 minutes for a slighly firm texture.
- If required, microwave for 3 more mins to be well cooked as per preference.
- It will be hot to touch, so carefully take the dish out of microwave with a towel.
- Serve warm.
Nutrition Information
Yield
2Serving Size
1Amount Per Serving Calories 47Total Fat 1gSaturated Fat 1gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 0gCholesterol 0mgSodium 197mgCarbohydrates 8gFiber 3gSugar 3gProtein 2g
*Nutritional Disclaimer: Nutrition information is calculated using an ingredient database and should be considered an estimate.