How to Cook Asparagus
How to cook asparagus - showing you five easy ways to enjoy this refreshing and vibrant veggie! Plus how to store asparagus for meal prep, and recipe ideas that you can use asparagus in!
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 47kcal
Equipment
- non-stick frying pan
- Vegetable grilling plate
Ingredients
- 1 bunch asparagus rinsed and tough ends removed
- 1 tablespoon butter or olive oil
- salt & pepper
Instructions
Broiled Asparagus
- Prepare - Heat oven broiler. Toss asparagus in olive oil and arrange on a baking dish. Season with salt & pepper.
- Broil - Place 4-6 inches under the broiler and cook for 3 or so minutes. All broilers vary, so keep an eye on it! Asparagus is ready when bright green and tender.
Sautéed Asparagus
- Sautée - Melt butter over medium heat in a non stick pan. Add the asparagus and cook for 3-5 minutes, turning with a set of tongs halfway through.
Blanched Asparagus
- Boil - Bring a large pot of water to boil. Add the asparagus, and simmer for 2 minutes.
- Remove - Quickly remove the asparagus from the water, then rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process. Alternatively, you may place the asparagus in a bowl of ice water. Season with salt & pepper and enjoy.
Grilled Asparagus
- Prepare - Heat grill to medium-high heat. If using an outdoor grill, be sure to use a vegetable grilling basket. Toss asparagus in olive oil and season with salt & pepper.
- Grill - for 3 minutes, or until bright green and tender.
Raw Asparagus
- Slice - Use a vegetable peeler or sharp knife to make thin slices of asparagus.
- Serve - Serve in a salad with a tangy vinaigrette. Goes well with spinach, feta and almonds.
Nutrition
Serving: 0.25bunch | Calories: 47kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 7mg | Sodium: 27mg | Potassium: 227mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 940IU | Vitamin C: 6.3mg | Calcium: 27mg | Iron: 2.4mg