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
Lemon Ginger Asparagus
4
5 minutes
5 minutes
side dish
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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
- 1 Bundle asparagus
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 tsp fresh minced ginger root
- 3 cloves minced Garlic
- 2 tsp lemon zest
- 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!
