Lemony Asparagus

Fresh asparagus spears sautéed until tender-crisp and finished with bright lemon zest and juice for a simple, elegant side dish.

4 servings
10 min

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 bunch asparagus
  • 1 to taste salt and pepper
  • 1 lemon lemon zest
  • ½ lemon lemon juice

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1.

    Heat the oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat. Add the asparagus to the pan. Season with salt and pepper and cook, turning occasionally, until tender-crisp, about 5 minutes. Add the lemon zest and juice and toss to coat. Adjust salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately.

    10 min