Orange-Glazed Asparagus Recipe

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Brief

Servings: 8

Yield: 8 servings

Orange-Glazed Asparagus Recipe

Ingredients

3 bunches medium-thick asparagus

tough ends snapped off

½ teaspoon salt

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

½ cup orange juice

2 tablespoons Zest of a large orange

Side Dish

Directions

Step 1

Toss asparagus with salt. Arrange in a large (12-inch) skillet with a lid. Add oil and juice to skillet and cover. (The asparagus can be set up a few hours ahead.)

Step 2

About 10 minutes before serving time turn burner on high. When asparagus starts to steam set timer for 4 minutes. Cook until tender checking at 4 minutes with the tip of a sharp knife.

Step 3

Transfer cooked asparagus to a serving dish. Add optional zest to skillet and continue to cook until pan juices reduce to a glaze consistency 2-3 minutes longer. Pour over asparagus and serve.

Nutritional Information

Orange-Glazed Asparagus Recipe

Servings Per Recipe:8

Calories: 72.9

% Daily Value *

Protein: 3.9g 8%

Carbohydrates: 8.6g 3%

Dietary Fiber: 3.7g 15%

Sugars: 4.4g

Fat: 3.6g 6%

Saturated Fat: 0.5g 3%

Vitamin A Iu: 1324.4IU 27%

Niacin Equivalents: 2.5mg 19%

Vitamin B6: 0.2mg 10%

Vitamin C: 19.3mg 32%

Folate: 93.6mcg 23%

Calcium: 45.1mg 5%

Iron: 3.7mg 21%

Magnesium: 25.9mg 9%

Potassium: 378.1mg 11%

Sodium: 148.9mg 6%

Thiamin: 0.3mg 25%

Calories From Fat: 32.5

*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.