Sauteed Parmesan Asparagus

Sauteed Parmesan Asparagus
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Asparagus in a skillet
Yield: 3 Servings
Ingredients:
  • 1 pound asparagus, gently rubbed under cold running water, trimmed
  • ½ Tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 2 Tablespoons Parmesan cheese, grated

Directions:

  1. Wash hands with soap and water.
  2. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add asparagus and cook for 3-5 minutes, until lightly toasted but still slightly crunchy. For softer asparagus, continue cooking for 1-2 more minutes.
  3. Top asparagus with Parmesan cheese and heat until melted. Serve immediately.
  4. Store leftovers in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to four days.

Nutrition Information:

  • Serving Size (1 cup):
  • Calories: 90
  • Total Fat: 6g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 5mg
  • Sodium: 80mg
  • Total Carbohydrates: 7g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Calcium: 6%
  • Potassium: 8%