Asparagus
 

Lemon Parmesan Asparagus

1 ½ pounds fresh asparagus
¼ cup lemon juice
3 tablespoons finely grated Parmesan cheese

Trim tough ends off asparagus and cut into ½ inch pieces. Steam asparagus until crisp-tender, about 8 minutes. Place asparagus in large bowl, drizzle with lemon juice and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Toss well to coat and serve.

Makes 4 Servings
Serving Size: approx. 6 ounces

Nutrients per serving:
Calories: 25
Total fat: trace
Saturated fat: 0 grams
Cholesterol: 0 mg
Sodium: 2 mg
Carbohydrate: 5 grams
Protein: 2 grams
Dietary fiber: 2 grams

Orange Hazelnut Asparagus

1 ½ pounds asparagus
2 tablespoons toasted hazelnuts, finely chopped
¼ teaspoon orange zest
2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice

Trim the tough ends of the asparagus and steam until crisp tender, about 8 minutes. Place the asparagus on a serving dish. Whisk the zest and juices together and drizzle over the asparagus. Sprinkle with hazelnuts and serve.

Makes 4 Servings
Serving Size: approx. 6 ounces

Nutrients per serving:
Calories: 48
Total fat: 2 grams
Saturated fat: trace
Cholesterol: 0 mg
Sodium: 2 mg
Carbohydrate: 6 grams
Protein: 3 grams
Dietary fiber: 2 grams