Lemon-Sesame Asparagus Recipe

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Brief

Prep 10 mins

Cook: 10 mins

Total: 20 mins

Servings: 6

Yield: 6 servings

Lemon-Sesame Asparagus Recipe

Ingredients

1 pound asparagus spears

ends trimmed

⅓ cup margarine or butter

3 tablespoons sesame seed

1 tablespoon lemon juice

or to taste

1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

Salt and pepper to taste

Side Dish

Directions

Step 1

Place the asparagus in a large pot filled with water 1 inch deep. Bring to a boil and cook until tender but still bright green. This will take about 5 minutes or longer if your asparagus spears are thick. Drain and place on a serving dish.

Step 2

Meanwhile melt the margarine or butter in a skillet over medium heat. Stir in the sesame seeds and cook stirring frequently until they are golden brown and toasted about 2 minutes. Stir in the lemon juice and parsley; season to taste with salt and pepper.

Step 3

To serve pour sauce over the cooked asparagus.

Nutritional Information

Lemon-Sesame Asparagus Recipe

Servings Per Recipe:6

Calories: 130.8

% Daily Value *

Protein: 2.6g 5%

Carbohydrates: 4.4g 1%

Dietary Fiber: 2.1g 8%

Sugars: 1.6g

Fat: 12.3g 19%

Saturated Fat: 2.1g 10%

Vitamin A Iu: 1068IU 21%

Niacin Equivalents: 1.6mg 12%

Vitamin B6: 0.1mg 7%

Vitamin C: 6.2mg 10%

Folate: 45.1mcg 11%

Calcium: 66.8mg 7%

Iron: 2.3mg 13%

Magnesium: 27.2mg 10%

Potassium: 185.7mg 5%

Sodium: 119.2mg 5%

Thiamin: 0.1mg 14%

Calories From Fat: 110.7

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-)Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.