SIMPLY STEAMED ASPARAGUS

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Makes even tough asparagus, tender and tasty! Try using vinaigrette dressing in place of the butter too.

Provided by KIMIRAEJ

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Asparagus

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 bunch asparagus spears
1 teaspoon butter
ΒΌ teaspoon salt
3 cups water

Steps:

  • Place water in the bottom half of a steamer pan set. Add salt and butter, and bring to a boil.
  • Trim the dry ends off of the asparagus. If the spears are thick, peel them lightly with a vegetable peeler. Place them in the top half of the steamer pan set. Steam for 5 to 10 minutes depending on the thickness of the asparagus, or until asparagus is tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 31.7 calories, Carbohydrate 4.4 g, Cholesterol 2.7 mg, Fat 1.2 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 2.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 160.1 mg, Sugar 2.1 g

Kojo Owusu
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. It's a simple recipe, but it's always delicious.


Anthony Morgan
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover asparagus. I always have some leftover asparagus after making a stir-fry or a soup, and this recipe is a great way to use it up.


Sager ali Bhand
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I love how easy this recipe is to make. I can have a delicious side dish of asparagus on the table in just a few minutes.


Mohamed Gomaa
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times and it's always a hit. The asparagus is cooked to perfection and is so flavorful.


Juli Jones
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a great way to cook asparagus. The asparagus is always tender and flavorful.


istahil
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This recipe is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. Asparagus is a very healthy vegetable, and this recipe is a delicious way to eat it.


Jim Fadden
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I love that this recipe is so versatile. I've used it to make asparagus with lemon, asparagus with garlic, and asparagus with Parmesan cheese. It's always delicious.


James Bangla
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I've made this recipe several times and it always turns out great. It's a simple recipe, but it's always delicious.


Abdulwahab Sheikh
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover asparagus. I had some asparagus that was about to go bad, and this recipe was the perfect way to use it up.


Ifeoma Iloka Onyeka
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I'm not a big fan of asparagus, but I really enjoyed this recipe. The asparagus was cooked perfectly and was very flavorful.


Jeremy Carnithan
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I used fresh asparagus from my garden and it was amazing! The asparagus was so sweet and flavorful.


Aftab Amjed
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I added a little bit of lemon juice to the asparagus and it was delicious! The lemon juice added a nice brightness to the dish.


AlejandroDuron
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This recipe is perfect for a quick and easy side dish. I love that it only takes a few minutes to make.


Slim 2
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I've been looking for a healthy and easy asparagus recipe, and this is it! The asparagus was so tender and flavorful.


Kabiru Shehu
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I made this recipe for a dinner party and it was a hit! Everyone loved the asparagus and raved about how delicious it was.


Denise Govender
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved the asparagus and asked for seconds.


simukanga suwilanji
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I love how easy this recipe is to follow. I'm not a very experienced cook, but I was able to make this dish without any problems.


dickson blessing
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This is the best steamed asparagus recipe I've ever tried! The asparagus was cooked to perfection and was so flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.