Elevate your side dish game with our vibrant recipe for Lemon Ginger Asparagus! Crisp-tender asparagus spears are infused with the zingy flavors of fresh ginger, zesty lemon zest, and aromatic garlic, creating a dish that's as delightful to the palate as it is to the eyes. Whether served alongside roasted chicken, grilled fish, or as part of a vegetarian spread, this refreshing twist on classic asparagus is sure to brighten up any meal.
Lemon Ginger Asparagus
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Category
side dish
Servings
4
Prep Time
5 minutes
Cook Time
5 minutes
Level
level 1
Elevate your side dish game with our vibrant recipe for Lemon Ginger Asparagus! Crisp-tender asparagus spears are infused with the zingy flavors of fresh ginger, zesty lemon zest, and aromatic garlic, creating a dish that's as delightful to the palate as it is to the eyes. Whether served alongside roasted chicken, grilled fish, or as part of a vegetarian spread, this refreshing twist on classic asparagus is sure to brighten up any meal.
Ingredients
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1 Bundle asparagus
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1/2 cup water
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1/2 tsp fresh minced ginger root
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3 cloves minced Garlic
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2 tsp lemon zest
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1/4 tsp black pepper, to taste
Directions
Preheat pan over medium heat. Snap off woody ends of asparagus spears and discard. Cut spears into 2-3 pieces
Add garlic and ginger to the pan & cook for 2-3 minutes
Add asparagus and water. Bring to a boil for 5 minutes
Remove asparagus and top with lemon rind and pepper
- Enjoy!