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Lime Infused Asparagus Spears

Source: dLife

Fresh asparagus sauteed in butter and lime juice.

Nutrition Facts

Makes 8 servings
Amount Per Serving

Calories	35.9

Total Carbs	4.6 g

Dietary Fiber	2.3 g

Sugars	2.1 g

Total Fat	1.6 g

Saturated Fat	0.9 g

Unsaturated Fat	0.1 g

Potassium	232.9 mg

Protein	2.5 g

Sodium	75.5 mg

Dietary Exchanges 1.6 Fat, 0.9 Vegetables, 0.0 Fruits,

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Servings

Ingredients

1.0
1 tbsp unsalted butter 1.5
1 1/2 lb fresh asparagus 1.0
1 tbsp fresh lime juice 0.25
0 1/4 cup cold water 0.25
0 1/4 tsp salt 0.125
0.125 tsp black pepper 0.5
0 1/2 tsp lime peel zest

Directions

In large skillet, melt butter over medium high.
Add asparagus, lime juice, and 1/4 cup water. Bring to boil.
Cover, lower heat to medium. Cook 5 minutes.
Uncover and add salt, pepper, and lime zest.
Increase heat to medium high. Cook until asparagus is tender and liquid has evaporated, about 4-5 minutes.