Best 19 Menas Simple Steamed Asparagus Recipes

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Asparagus, a spring vegetable known for its delicate flavor and vibrant green color, is a popular choice for home cooks seeking healthy and delicious meals. Steaming, a simple yet effective cooking method, preserves the asparagus's natural flavors and nutrients while maintaining its crisp texture. This article offers a comprehensive guide to creating the perfect steamed asparagus dish, providing step-by-step instructions and highlighting essential tips and techniques to elevate your culinary experience.

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STEAMED ASPARAGUS



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 16m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 2

1 bunch asparagus
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Set up a steamer, fill the bottom with water and bring to a boil. If the asparagus are very thick, peel them. Start about 2-inch down from the tip of the stalk and peel. It is not necessary to peel thin asparagus. Cut the asparagus to fit into your steamer basket. Cover and steam until the asparagus are bright green and tender, but still somewhat crisp, about 6 to 8 minutes for thick asparagus and 3 to 5 minutes for thin asparagus. Remove from the steamer and season with salt and pepper.

SIMPLY STEAMED ASPARAGUS



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Spring is the best time to take advantage of the subtle, grassy taste of fresh asparagus. Once steamed, it goes well with eggs, ham, and cheese, or even more intense flavors, such as soy sauce and ginger.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Healthy Recipes     Gluten-Free Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 1

1 pound trimmed asparagus

Steps:

  • Place a steamer basket in a large pot filled with 1 inch water. Bring to a boil. Add 1 pound trimmed asparagus, cover, and cook until crisp-tender, 2 to 6 minutes.

MENA'S SIMPLE STEAMED ASPARAGUS



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This is a quick and easy way to prepare a steamed asparagus side dish in the microwave.

Provided by Malina Bleeding Heart Morris

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Asparagus

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 bunch fresh asparagus
¼ cup water
1 lemon
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
⅛ teaspoon garlic powder

Steps:

  • Take each spear of asparagus and break it towards the end, wherever it naturally snaps, to remove woody ends. Place asparagus in a microwave-safe glass container with a lid. Pour in water.
  • Roll lemon on a flat work surface to release the juices; slice in half. Squeeze each half over the asparagus. Sprinkle with pepper and garlic powder.
  • Cover container and place in the microwave. Cook on high until tender-crisp, 5 to 6 minutes. Drain and let stand for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 28.6 calories, Carbohydrate 7.4 g, Fat 0.2 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 2.8 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 3.6 mg, Sugar 2.1 g

STEAMED ASPARAGUS



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Peel the bottoms of 2 bunches thick asparagus. Snap off the ends; discard. Cook in a steamer basket set in a pot of simmering water, covered, until tender, 3 to 5 minutes. Melt 1 tablespoon butter in a saucepan over medium heat; add 1/2 minced shallot and cook until soft. Remove from the heat and whisk in 3 tablespoons diced cold butter; add 2 teaspoons soy sauce. Pour over the asparagus. Season with pepper.

STEAMED ASPARAGUS WITH LEMON BUTTER



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/2 pound fresh asparagus
Salt
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 teaspoon lemon zest
1 tablespoon lemon juice

Steps:

  • Wash asparagus and trim off bottom of stems by about 2 inches. In a large skillet, bring about 1/2 inch of water to a rapid boil. Season the water with salt and add the asparagus. Cook the asparagus for 2-3 minutes or until bright green and just tender. Drain the asparagus and add butter to the skillet. Stir in the zest and juice. Return the drained asparagus to the skillet and toss to coat. Serve immediately

STEAMED ASPARAGUS



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 10m

Yield 3 to 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 pound medium asparagus, stalks trimmed and peeled
1 to 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1 lemon, cut into wedges

Steps:

  • Pour about 1-inch of water into a large saucepan, and set up a collapsible steamer inside. Bring the water to boil, lay the asparagus in the steamer, cover, and steam until crisp-tender, about 4 to 5 minutes. Transfer asparagus to a heated serving dish, drizzle with the olive oil, and season with salt and pepper, to taste. Garnish with lemon and serve immediately.
  • Cook's Note: You may finish the asparagus with the grated zest of a small lemon, a tablespoon of unsalted butter, and a teaspoon of minced flat-leaf parsley leaves, instead of the oil.
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STEAMED ASPARAGUS



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This quick and easy asparagus is the perfect side dish for spring.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 2

1 bunch asparagus (about 1 pound)
Kosher salt

Steps:

  • Hold both ends of a stalk of asparagus and bend it until it snaps. Then use a knife to trim the remainder of the bunch to match. Discard the trimmed stems.
  • Pour about an inch of water into a skillet or wok and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Put the asparagus in a steamer basket and season with salt. Set the steamer basket over the boiling water and cook until tender, 4 to 6 minutes depending on the thickness. Transfer the asparagus to a plate and serve.

SAUTEED ASPARAGUS WITH GARLIC AND THYME



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Come springtime, when stalks of asparagus shoot up from the ground (as if they're celebrating with us!), there isn't much to do to make this easy side dish shine. First, a sauté in the skillet with olive oil, garlic, and thyme coaxes out the natural sweetness of the asparagus, while finishing it with a quick steam until the stalks are crisp-tender locks in vitamins like A and C.

Provided by Shira Bocar

Categories     Food & Cooking     Quick & Easy Recipes

Time 15m

Yield Serves 2 to 3

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 1/2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon sliced garlic
2 thyme sprigs
10 ounces asparagus, ends trimmed
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high. Add garlic and thyme sprigs. Cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add asparagus; season with salt and pepper. Cook, tossing to coat in oil, 1 minute.
  • Arrange asparagus in a single layer in skillet, add 1/4 cup water, and cover. Reduce heat to medium-low and cook, shaking pan occasionally, until asparagus is crisp-tender and most of water has evaporated, 2 minutes.

MENA'S SIMPLE STEAMED ASPARAGUS



Mena's Simple Steamed Asparagus image

This is a quick and easy way to prepare a steamed asparagus side dish in the microwave.

Provided by Malina Bleeding Heart Morris

Categories     Asparagus Side Dishes

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 bunch fresh asparagus
¼ cup water
1 lemon
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
⅛ teaspoon garlic powder

Steps:

  • Take each spear of asparagus and break it towards the end, wherever it naturally snaps, to remove woody ends. Place asparagus in a microwave-safe glass container with a lid. Pour in water.
  • Roll lemon on a flat work surface to release the juices; slice in half. Squeeze each half over the asparagus. Sprinkle with pepper and garlic powder.
  • Cover container and place in the microwave. Cook on high until tender-crisp, 5 to 6 minutes. Drain and let stand for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 28.6 calories, Carbohydrate 7.4 g, Fat 0.2 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 2.8 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 3.6 mg, Sugar 2.1 g

MENA'S SIMPLE STEAMED ASPARAGUS



Mena's Simple Steamed Asparagus image

This is a quick and easy way to prepare a steamed asparagus side dish in the microwave.

Provided by Malina Bleeding Heart Morris

Categories     Asparagus Side Dishes

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 bunch fresh asparagus
¼ cup water
1 lemon
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
⅛ teaspoon garlic powder

Steps:

  • Take each spear of asparagus and break it towards the end, wherever it naturally snaps, to remove woody ends. Place asparagus in a microwave-safe glass container with a lid. Pour in water.
  • Roll lemon on a flat work surface to release the juices; slice in half. Squeeze each half over the asparagus. Sprinkle with pepper and garlic powder.
  • Cover container and place in the microwave. Cook on high until tender-crisp, 5 to 6 minutes. Drain and let stand for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 28.6 calories, Carbohydrate 7.4 g, Fat 0.2 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 2.8 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 3.6 mg, Sugar 2.1 g

MENA'S SIMPLE STEAMED ASPARAGUS



Mena's Simple Steamed Asparagus image

This is a quick and easy way to prepare a steamed asparagus side dish in the microwave.

Provided by Malina Bleeding Heart Morris

Categories     Asparagus Side Dishes

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 bunch fresh asparagus
¼ cup water
1 lemon
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
⅛ teaspoon garlic powder

Steps:

  • Take each spear of asparagus and break it towards the end, wherever it naturally snaps, to remove woody ends. Place asparagus in a microwave-safe glass container with a lid. Pour in water.
  • Roll lemon on a flat work surface to release the juices; slice in half. Squeeze each half over the asparagus. Sprinkle with pepper and garlic powder.
  • Cover container and place in the microwave. Cook on high until tender-crisp, 5 to 6 minutes. Drain and let stand for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 28.6 calories, Carbohydrate 7.4 g, Fat 0.2 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 2.8 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 3.6 mg, Sugar 2.1 g

SIMPLE STEAMED THICK ASPARAGUS



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Don't be tempted to undercook the asparagus; the stalks should be tender and bend slightly when held in the center.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Quick & Easy Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 3

2 bundles thick asparagus (about 2 pounds)
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Trim and peel tough ends of asparagus stalks. Fill a large saute pan with 1/2 inch cold water; bring to a boil over high heat.
  • Place asparagus in saute pan, working in batches if necessary, and cover tightly with a lid or foil. Let steam until asparagus is tender and slightly limp, 3 to 4 minutes. Transfer to a serving platter; drizzle with olive oil, and season with salt and pepper. Serve.

STEAMED ASPARAGUS



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This member of the lily family has been cultivated for more than 2,000 years. Asparagus is at its peak from February through June and is a good source of fiber, folic acid, and potassium.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Healthy Recipes     Gluten-Free Recipes

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 1/2 pounds asparagus
1 tablespoon butter
1/8 teaspoon salt
Pepper

Steps:

  • Place asparagus in a steamer basket set over boiling water. Steam, covered, until easily pierced with a sharp knife, 2 to 6 minutes.
  • Toss with butter, salt, and a pinch of pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 66 g, Fat 4 g, Protein 5 g

STEAMED ASPARAGUS



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Provided by Molly O'Neill

Categories     easy, quick, side dish

Time 15m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
1/2 cup olive oil
1/4 cup water
1 1/4 pounds asparagus, ends snapped off, stalks peeled

Steps:

  • Combine the lemon juice, olive oil and water in a large pot and bring to a simmer. Place the asparagus in a steamer basket over the liquid. Cover and simmer until asparagus is crisp-tender, about 4 minutes. Place the asparagus on a clean towel and pat dry. To serve, stand the asparagus up in 1 or 2 glasses.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 182, UnsaturatedFat 15 grams, Carbohydrate 5 grams, Fat 18 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 3 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams

STEAMED ASPARAGUS WITH HERB SAUCE



Steamed Asparagus With Herb Sauce image

Provided by Moira Hodgson

Categories     easy, side dish

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 pounds asparagus
10 fresh basil leaves
4 sprigs watercress, plus additional watercress for garnish
5 large mint leaves
1 small handful parsley
1 tablespoon chopped chives
Course salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Wash the asparagus carefully and gently scrape them to remove all trace of soil. Tie together, according to size, with string. Put the asparagus into two inches of boiling, salted water. Cook, covered, for 15 to 20 minutes, according to size; the asparagus should remain al dente. Drain and put into cold water briefly to cool rapidly and to maintain color. Drain on paper towels, then place on a round platter, tips toward the center.
  • Prepare a sauce with the remaining ingredients. Place all the herbs except for the additional watercress in a blender, add the salt and pepper, and blend for a second. Add the lemon juice and then the oil in a trickle to the blender on low speed. Pour the sauce over the cooled asparagus. Garnish with the reserved watercress. Serve at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 155, UnsaturatedFat 10 grams, Carbohydrate 10 grams, Fat 12 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 5 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 576 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams

STEAMED ASPARAGUS



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Provided by Marian Burros

Categories     easy, quick, side dish

Time 10m

Yield 3 servings

Number Of Ingredients 1

1 1/2 pounds asparagus

Steps:

  • Rinse asparagus and break off tough woody stems. Steam for 7 to 10 minutes, depending on thickness of spear.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 45, UnsaturatedFat 0 grams, Carbohydrate 9 grams, Fat 0 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 5 grams, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 5 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams

STEAMED ASPARAGUS WITH LEMON



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Make and share this Steamed Asparagus With Lemon recipe from Food.com.

Provided by rochsann

Categories     Vegetable

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 2

1 lb asparagus, rinsed and trimmed
1/2 lemon

Steps:

  • Steam asparagus gently until tender, certainly not mushy.
  • Put asparagus in bowl, and squeeze lemon half over the asparagus until fairly well-covered.
  • Salt, pepper, and/or butter are optional, but I like the dish as is.

SIMPLE ROASTED ASPARAGUS



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I've always enjoyed steamed or boiled asparagus - Until I discovered roasted asparagus. I got it from food newtork. It was intended to be a side dish but my family ate most of it while we were waiting for the rest of the meal to finish cooking. In learned some time ago (food Network again) that lage stalks, peeled, offer a much meatier, flavorful vegetable than the skinny ones.

Provided by veggienut

Categories     Vegetable

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 1/2 lbs fresh asparagus spears
1 1/2 teaspoons olive oil
salt (to taste)
ground black pepper (to taste)

Steps:

  • Lay asparagus spears out on a heavy sheet pan. Drizzle olive oil over the spears and sprinkle salt and pepper. Place in a 400 degree oven for fifteen minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 52.4, Fat 2.1, SaturatedFat 0.3, Sodium 23.9, Carbohydrate 7, Fiber 3.4, Sugar 2.2, Protein 4.1

ASPARAGUS STEAMED WITH LEMON BUTTER



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Make and share this Asparagus Steamed With Lemon Butter recipe from Food.com.

Provided by 2Bleu

Categories     Vegetable

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/2 lb asparagus, fresh baby
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 teaspoon lemon zest
1 tablespoon lemon juice

Steps:

  • Wash asparagus and trim off bottom of stems by about 2 inches.
  • In a large skillet, bring about 1/2-inch of water to a rapid boil. Season the water with salt.
  • Add the asparagus and cook for 2-3 minutes or until bright green and just tender.
  • Drain the asparagus and place it immediately in a bowl of ice water to shock it. This will help the asparagus to retain the bright green color. Drain.
  • Add butter to the skillet to melt. Stir in the lemon zest and juice. Add the drained asparagus to the skillet. Toss to coat and heat. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 64.5, Fat 5.9, SaturatedFat 3.7, Cholesterol 15.3, Sodium 154.1, Carbohydrate 2.7, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 0.9, Protein 1.4

Tips:

  • Select the right asparagus: Choose asparagus spears that are firm, have tightly closed tips, and are free of blemishes.
  • Trim the asparagus: Snap off the woody ends of the asparagus spears, about 1-2 inches from the bottom.
  • Steam until tender: Steam the asparagus for 3-5 minutes, or until it is tender but still slightly crisp. You can use a steamer basket, a colander, or a microwave.
  • Season to taste: Season the asparagus with salt, pepper, and a squeeze of lemon juice. You can also add other seasonings, such as garlic, butter, or Parmesan cheese.

Conclusion:

Steamed asparagus is a simple but delicious side dish that can be enjoyed with a variety of meals. It is a good source of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. With just a few simple ingredients and a few minutes of cooking time, you can have a healthy and flavorful dish that the whole family will enjoy.

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