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Asparagus with Sesame Seeds & Lemon

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Asparagus with sesame seeds and lemon cooked simply and fresh. A quick Let’s Veg recipe perfect as a healthy vegetable side.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Appetizer, Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 66
Ingredients Equipment Cooking Instructions Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb asparagus trimmed
  • 1 tbsp olive oil or sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp sesame seeds
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • Lemon zest optional
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste

Equipment

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Cooking Instructions
 

  1. Heat a skillet over medium heat and add oil.
  2. Add asparagus and sauté for 6-8 minutes, until tender-crisp.
  3. Sprinkle in sesame seeds and toast for 30 seconds.
  4. Remove from heat and drizzle with lemon juice.
  5. Season with salt, black pepper, and lemon zest if using.
  6. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition

Calories: 66kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 3gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 3mgPotassium: 242mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 858IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 47mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Works well roasted or steamed, then finished with sesame and lemon
Use white or black sesame seeds for variety
Finish with a splash of soy sauce for extra depth

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