Asparagus With Lemon Mint Sauce
Asparagus is a nutrient-rich vegetable that is high in vitamins A, C, and K. It is also a natural diuretic and has been used for centuries for its medicinal properties.
This is vegan, gluten free, low carb and quick meals recipe. Dish can be prepared in 20 minutes. Even a beginner can handle preparing this dish. Number of ingredients: 6.
Ingredients
- 400 gram Asparagus
- 1 piece Lemon
- 2 tablespoon Fresh Mint Leaves
- 2 tablespoon Olive Oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
Instructions
- Trim the tough ends of the asparagus.
- Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and blanch the asparagus for 2 minutes.
- Drain the asparagus and transfer to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, mint leaves, salt, and black pepper to make the sauce.
- Place the asparagus on a serving platter and drizzle the lemon mint sauce over it.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 80kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 5g8%
- Total Carbohydrate 8g3%
- Sugars 3g
- Protein 3g6%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.