"Here's one of my very favorite recipes for that first early-spring asparagus," writes Marie Hattrup from Sparks, Nevada. "Stir-frying keeps the texture crisp but tender; lemon and soy sauce make for a light tasty coating, and the toasted almonds add a flavorful crunch."
Stir-Fried Asparagus with Sliced Almonds
Stir-Fried Asparagus with Sliced Almonds
Prep Time
15 min
Cook Time
5 min
Yield
4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 cups cut fresh asparagus (1-inch pieces)
- 1 small onion, sliced
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 2 tablespoons sliced almonds, toasted
- 2 teaspoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon shredded Parmesan cheese
Directions
- In a skillet or wok, heat oil; stir-fry the asparagus, onion and garlic over medium-high heat until tender. Add the almonds, lemon juice, soy sauce and lemon zest; toss gently to coat. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition Facts
1/2 cup: 85 calories, 5g fat (1g saturated fat), 1mg cholesterol, 101mg sodium, 7g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 3g fiber), 4g protein.
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