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Asparagus with Gremolata Sauce

Asparagus with Gremolata Sauce

94 Ratings
94 Ratings
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Asparagus with Gremolata Sauce
Makes: 6 servings
Total Cost: $$$$

Asparagus has folate, fiber, as well as vitamins A, C, E, and K. It also has antioxidants, so treat yourself to this dish knowing that you are feeding your body with some important nutrients.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups asparagus (washed and trimmed)
  • 2 tablespoons margarine, unsalted (or butter)
  • 2 teaspoons lemon peel (grated)
  • 1 garlic clove (large, minced)
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice (fresh)

Directions

  1. Wash hands with soap and water.
  2. Cook asparagus in a large pot of boiling water until tender, about 4 minutes.
  3. Drain: rinse with cold water to cool quickly, and drain again.
  4. Pat dry; wrap in a paper towel and then plastic wrap and refrigerate.
  5. Melt margarine in a heavy large skillet over medium-high heat.
  6. Add lemon peel and garlic and stir for 30 seconds.
  7. Add asparagus and toss to coat.
  8. Sprinkle with lemon juice. Sauté until asparagus is heated through and coated with Gremolata sauce, about 3 minutes.
  9. Transfer to platter. Sprinkle with parsley and serve.

Notes

Source:

Eat Smart New York!
Cornell University Cooperative Extension

Nutrition Information

Serving Size: 6 ounces (158g)
Nutrients Amount
Total Calories 44
Total Fat 4 g
Saturated Fat 1 g
Cholesterol 0 mg
Sodium 2 mg
Carbohydrates 2 g
Dietary Fiber 1 g
Total Sugars 1 g
Added Sugars included 0 g
Protein 1 g
Vitamin D 0 mcg
Calcium 13 mg
Iron 1 mg
Potassium 99 mg

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Nutrients Amount
Total Calories 44
Total Fat 4 g
Saturated Fat 1 g
Monounsaturated Fat 2 g
Polyunsaturated Fat 1 g
Linoleic Acid 1 g
α-Linolenic Acid 0.2 g
Omega 3 - EPA 0 mg
Omega 3 - DHA 0 mg
Cholesterol 0 mg
Carbohydrates 2 g
Dietary Fiber 1 g
Total Sugars 1 g
Added Sugars included 0 g
Protein 1 g
Minerals
Calcium 13 mg
Potassium 99 mg
Sodium 2 mg
Copper 87 mcg
Iron 1 mg
Magnesium 7 mg
Phosphorus 25 mg
Selenium 1 mcg
Zinc 0 mg
Vitamins
Vitamin A 55 mcg RAE
Vitamin B6 0.1 mg
Vitamin B12 0 mg
Vitamin C 5 mg
Vitamin D 0 mcg
Vitamin E 1 mg
Vitamin K 23 mcg
Folate 24 mcg DFE
Thiamin 0.1 mg
Riboflavin 0.1 mg
Niacin 0 mg
Choline 8 mg

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MyPlate Food Groups

Vegetables 1/4 cups

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I have substituted this recipes for the more calorie laden cheese sauce and asparagus and my family enjoy it just as much
03/05/10
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