Best 13 Sauteed Asparagus With Garlic And Thyme Recipes

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Sauteed asparagus with garlic and thyme is a classic dish that is both simple to prepare and incredibly flavorful. This versatile side dish can be served with a variety of main courses, or it can be enjoyed on its own as a light meal. The key to making perfect sauteed asparagus is to use fresh, high-quality ingredients and to cook the asparagus for just the right amount of time so that it remains crisp-tender. With its bright green color and delicious flavor, sauteed asparagus is a dish that is sure to please everyone at the table.

Here are our top 13 tried and tested recipes!

GARLIC-SAUTEED ASPARAGUS



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This is a very quick and healthy vegetable side dish. Even my son, who is very picky, loves this. It works well as a snack with wine, as an appetizer, or as a side dish, especially for Asian-inspired dishes.

Provided by naturalbornhealer

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Asparagus

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 teaspoon olive oil
1 teaspoon sesame oil
4 cloves garlic, chopped
1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
2 tablespoons soy sauce, or more to taste
1 tablespoon water

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil and sesame oil in a wok or skillet over medium-high heat; add garlic and decrease heat to medium. Cook and stir garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add asparagus, soy sauce, and water to garlic; cook and stir until liquid is mostly evaporated, about 3 minutes. Cover wok and cook until asparagus are tender yet firm to the bite, 5 to 10 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 52.5 calories, Carbohydrate 6 g, Fat 2.5 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 3.2 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Sodium 453.9 mg, Sugar 2.2 g

LEMONY FRESH ASPARAGUS WITH THYME



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It's amazing how something so simple can be so good! Fresh asparagus spears sauteed in extra virgin olive oil with garlic, lemon thyme, Dijon mustard, and fresh lemon. Delicious! I will never go back to plain old steamed asparagus. Serve either hot, cold, or at room temperature. This is a great make-ahead dish.

Provided by BecR2400

Categories     Vegetable

Time 20m

Yield 2-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 garlic clove, minced
1 lb asparagus spear, washed and trimmed
1/2 teaspoon fresh lemon thyme leaves, finely chopped
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon lemon zest, finely chopped
1/2 lemon, thinly sliced
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1 tablespoon lemon juice, freshly squeezed

Steps:

  • Warm the olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the garlic and saute for 3 minutes.
  • Add the asparagus, thyme, Dijon mustard, lemon zest, lemon slices, and salt & pepper; stir to combine.
  • Cover and cook until tender-crisp, about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Do not over cook.
  • Arrange on serving platter and squeeze with fresh lemon juice.
  • Serve hot, cold, or at room temperature.

SAUTEED ASPARAGUS FENNEL WITH GORGONZOLA



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound medium asparagus, trimmed and peeled
1 large fennel bulb
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 red onion, thinly sliced
2 cloves garlic, smashed
2 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme leaves
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
4 ounces Gorgonzola, crumbled

Steps:

  • 1. Slice the asparagus spears diagonally into 1 1/2-inch pieces. Cut the fennel in half and remove the tough inner core. Separate the layers and then cut each layer into long thin strips.
  • 2. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the fennel and onion and cook until tender, about 5 minutes. Add the asparagus and garlic and cook, stirring often, until the vegetables are tender yet firm, about 8 minutes. Stir in the thyme and season with salt and pepper. Transfer to a serving dish and crumble the gorgonzola over top. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 217, Fat 15 grams, SaturatedFat 7 grams, Cholesterol 25 milligrams, Sodium 539 milligrams, Carbohydrate 13 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 10 grams

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.

SAUTEED GARLIC ASPARAGUS



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A simple but tasty twist to regular old Asparagus.

Provided by Ryan Morgan

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Asparagus

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 3

3 tablespoons butter or margarine
1 bunch fresh asparagus
3 cloves garlic, chopped

Steps:

  • Melt the butter or margarine in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the garlic and asparagus spears; cover and cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, or until asparagus is tender. If you like your asparagus well done, reduce heat and cook an additional 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 102.4 calories, Carbohydrate 5.2 g, Cholesterol 22.9 mg, Fat 8.8 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 2.7 g, SaturatedFat 5.5 g, Sodium 64 mg, Sugar 2.1 g

ASPARAGUS WITH LEMON-HERB SAUCE



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Categories     Herb     Onion     Appetizer     Side     Sauté     Lemon     Asparagus     Spring     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 cups canned low-salt chicken broth
1 1/2 pounds thin asparagus spears, trimmed
2 tablespoons olive oil (preferably extra-virgin)
1 1/4 cups chopped green onions
1/3 cup minced shallots
1 teaspoon sugar
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 1/2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon minced fresh thyme
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon peel
1/2 cup diced seeded red bell peppers

Steps:

  • Bring broth to boil in large pot. Add asparagus; cook until crisp-tender, about 4 minutes. Using tongs, transfer asparagus to large bowl of ice water. Reserve 1 cup broth in small bowl. Drain asparagus; pat dry. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Wrap asparagus in paper towels. Seal in plastic bag. Cover broth. Chill asparagus and broth.)
  • Heat 1 tablespoon oil in medium nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add 1 cup green onions, shallots and sugar. Sauté until onions and shallots are tender, about 5 minutes. Add garlic; sauté 2 minutes. Stir in reserved 1 cup broth, 1 tablespoon oil, mustard, lemon juice, thyme and lemon peel. Simmer until slightly thickened and liquid is reduced to 1 1/4 cups, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Cool to room temperature.
  • Arrange asparagus on platter. Spoon sauce over. Sprinkle with remaining 1/4 cup green onions and bell peppers.

GARLIC PARMESAN ASPARAGUS



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Pair any entree with this fresh side dish for a truly succulent meal. With subtle garlic, melted butter and a hint of Parmesan cheese, what's not to love? -Tara Ernspiker, Falling Waters, West Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed
1 garlic clove, minced
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, bring 1/2 in. water to a boil. Add asparagus and garlic; cook, covered, until asparagus is crisp-tender, 3-5 minutes; drain. Toss asparagus with butter and cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 71 calories, Fat 6g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 16mg cholesterol, Sodium 74mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

ASPARAGUS WITH HONEY-GARLIC SAUCE



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Make and share this Asparagus With Honey-Garlic Sauce recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Shirl J 831

Categories     Vegetable

Time 10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 lb asparagus
1/4 cup Dijon mustard
1/4 cup dark beer or 1/4 cup dark beer
3 tablespoons honey
1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
1/4 teaspoon crushed dried thyme leaves
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Add asparagus to boiling, salted water and cook, covered, about 2 minutes or until barely tender. Drain. Combine mustard, ale, honey, garlic, thyme and salt; mix well. Pour over cooked asparagus.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 90.2, Fat 0.9, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 339.1, Carbohydrate 19.1, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 14.6, Protein 3.5

ASPARAGUS WITH WALNUTS, PARMESAN AND BROWN BUTTER



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Here's a sophisticated yet simple way to prepare spring's trademark vegetable. Steam the asparagus. Brown a knob of butter in a sauté pan and toss in a handful of chopped walnuts, garlic and fresh thyme (lemon thyme if you can find it). Whisk in a 1/4 cup of Parmesan cheese, then pour over your awaiting asparagus. Dive in.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     easy, quick, side dish

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 bunch asparagus (about 3/4 pound), ends trimmed
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/4 cup chopped walnuts
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme leaves, preferably lemon thyme
1 ounce Parmesan, finely grated (1/4 cup)
Kosher salt, as needed
1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

  • Steam the asparagus until just tender, about 5 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook until the foam has subsided and the butter turns a deep golden brown, about 4 minutes. (Take care that it doesn't burn.) Stir in the nuts and cook until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Stir in the garlic and thyme and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Remove from heat and whisk in the cheese. Season with salt and pepper. Spoon nut mixture over warm asparagus and serve at once.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 171, UnsaturatedFat 7 grams, Carbohydrate 5 grams, Fat 15 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 6 grams, SaturatedFat 7 grams, Sodium 258 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams, TransFat 0 grams

AROMATIC ASPARAGUS



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An aromatic asparagus recipe scented with sage and thyme.

Provided by Lady Lerandia

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Asparagus

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons butter
½ pound asparagus, cut into 1-inch pieces
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups milk
1 ½ cups vegetable broth
½ cup water
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
¼ teaspoon dried thyme
¼ teaspoon dried sage
salt to taste

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Stir in asparagus and cook 5 minutes.
  • Sprinkle flour over asparagus, and toss to coat. Mix milk, vegetable broth and water into saucepan. Stir in Parmesan cheese, thyme, sage and salt. Cook 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 183.2 calories, Carbohydrate 14.6 g, Cholesterol 30.5 mg, Fat 10.3 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 8.7 g, SaturatedFat 6.3 g, Sodium 360.3 mg, Sugar 8 g

SAUTEED ASPARAGUS



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Asparagus is a great vegetable when it's fresh and cooked right. My family and friends always love this.

Provided by Spike.STL

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Asparagus

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 bunch fresh asparagus, trimmed
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
¼ cup water
⅛ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Drizzle olive oil into a large skillet over medium-high heat and heat. Once oil is hot add asparagus spears; cover and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add water and cover to steam asparagus and keep it from drying out. Continue cooking for another 5 minutes or until asparagus is tender. Season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 83.6 calories, Carbohydrate 4.4 g, Fat 6.9 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 2.5 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 75.4 mg, Sugar 2.1 g

TUSCAN-STYLE ROASTED ASPARAGUS



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This is especially wonderful when locally grown asparagus is in season and so easy for celebrations because you can serve it hot or cold. This is how to bake asparagus. -Jannine Fisk, Malden, Massachusetts

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 35m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1-1/2 pounds fresh asparagus, trimmed
1-1/2 cups grape tomatoes, halved
3 tablespoons pine nuts
3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°. Place the asparagus, tomatoes and pine nuts on a foil-lined 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Mix 2 tablespoons oil, garlic, salt and pepper; add to asparagus and toss to coat. , Bake 15-20 minutes or just until asparagus is tender. Drizzle with remaining oil and the lemon juice; sprinkle with cheese and lemon aest. Toss to combine.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 95 calories, Fat 8g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 294mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

ROASTED ASPARAGUS WITH PARMESAN



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Asparagus is a yummy vegetable you can use for a side dish or appetizer.

Provided by Diane

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Asparagus     Baked

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

olive oil cooking spray
1 pound fresh asparagus, tough ends trimmed
¼ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon sea salt
¼ teaspoon garlic powder, or to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Spray the inside of a 9x13 casserole dish with olive oil cooking spray. Place asparagus in the dish and lightly spray spears with cooking spray.
  • Sprinkle asparagus with Parmesan cheese, sea salt, and garlic powder.
  • Roast in preheated oven until fork easily punctures thickest part of stem, about 12 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 46 calories, Carbohydrate 4.7 g, Cholesterol 4.4 mg, Fat 1.7 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 4.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 660.1 mg, Sugar 2.2 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh asparagus for the best flavor and texture. Look for spears that are bright green and have tightly closed tips.
  • Trim the asparagus spears before cooking. Cut off the tough, woody ends of the spears, about 1 inch from the bottom.
  • Saute asparagus in a hot pan over medium-high heat. This will help to quickly cook the asparagus and prevent it from becoming mushy.
  • Add garlic and thyme to the pan along with the asparagus. These herbs will add a lot of flavor to the dish.
  • Cook the asparagus for just a few minutes, until it is tender-crisp. Overcooking will make the asparagus mushy.
  • Season the asparagus with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Serve the asparagus immediately with your favorite main course.

Conclusion:

Sauteed asparagus with garlic and thyme is a quick, easy, and delicious side dish that can be enjoyed with a variety of main courses. It is a healthy and flavorful way to get your daily dose of vegetables.

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