Tender asparagus spears bathed in a luxurious blend of zesty lemon, aromatic garlic, and rich butter – this Lemon Garlic Butter Asparagus is the perfect side dish for any occasion.

Lemon Garlic Butter Asparagus

Ingredients

• 1 bunch of fresh asparagus
• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 lemon, juiced and zested
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Trim the tough ends off the asparagus spears.
2. In a large pan, melt butter over medium heat.
3. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
4. Add asparagus to the pan, tossing to coat in the garlic butter.
5. Drizzle lemon juice and zest over the asparagus, and season with salt and pepper.
6. Cook for 5-7 minutes or until asparagus is tender-crisp, stirring occasionally.
7. Remove from heat and serve immediately.

Total Time: 15 minutes

Yield: 4 servings

Nutritional Information: Calories – 120, Fat – 8g, Carbohydrates – 10g, Protein – 4g