Simply Steamed Asparagus

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This steamed asparagus is tender and tasty! Try using vinaigrette dressing in place of the butter, too.

Submitted by KIMIRAEJ
Updated on July 25, 2024
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A plate of steamed asparagus topped with black pepper and served with a lemon wedge
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Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
5 mins
Total Time:
15 mins
Servings:
4
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 4 servings

  • 1 bunch asparagus spears

  • 1 teaspoon butter

  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Directions

  1. Gather all ingredients.

    Ingredients to make steamed asparagus

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  2. Place 3 cups water in the bottom half of a steamer pan set. Add butter and salt and bring to a boil.

    A pot of water with a pad of butter, next to a steaming basket

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  3. Trim dry ends off of asparagus. If spears are thick, peel them lightly with a vegetable peeler.

    A plate of trimmed and peeled asparagus

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  4. Place asparagus spears in the top half of the steamer pan set. Steam until asparagus is tender, 5 to 10 minutes depending on thickness.

    A steamed basket with trimmed, peeled asparagus

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  5. Serve and enjoy!

    A plate of steamed asparagus topped with black pepper and served with a lemon wedge

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Recipe Tip

If you don't have a steamer pan set, you can use a steamer basket inserted into a large pot.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

32 Calories
1g Fat
4g Carbs
3g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 32
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 1g 2%
Saturated Fat 1g 4%
Cholesterol 3mg 1%
Sodium 160mg 7%
Total Carbohydrate 4g 2%
Dietary Fiber 2g 8%
Total Sugars 2g
Protein 3g 5%
Vitamin C 6mg 7%
Calcium 33mg 3%
Iron 2mg 13%
Potassium 231mg 5%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.