Garlic Asparagus with Lime

Flavor asparagus with garlic and a splash of lime to lend zesty freshness to this early spring favorite with a super simple stovetop preparation.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 25 mins
• Calories: 73 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon butter
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• salt and pepper to taste
• 1 medium shallot, minced
• 1 bunch fresh asparagus spears, trimmed
• 0.25 lime, juiced

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Melt butter with olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Stir in garlic and shallots and cook for 1 to 2 minutes. Stir in asparagus spears; cook until tender, about 5 minutes. Squeeze lime over hot asparagus and season with salt and pepper. Transfer to a serving plate.