This Sweet Sauteed Asparagus recipe is by far my favorite way to prepare asparagus. With only three simple ingredients, it’s so easy to make and everyone will be asking for more! I have mentioned several times throughout this site that any recipe coming from my Aunt Lana is a winner. This is one of them! I LOVE the sweetness and tenderness to this asparagus and it always turns out perfect. You don’t get soggy, overdone asparagus doing it this way. This healthy, easy side dish complements chicken, steak, salmon, seafood, and pork and pairs perfectly with rice, potatoes, and other vegetables. You can serve it over and over again. Your family will love it!
Ingredients in Sweet Sautéed Asparagus
This delicious side dish can be prepared in just a few minutes and always looks beautiful on your dinner table. Serve it alongside carrots, broccoli, cauliflower or green salad.
Fresh Asparagus – asparagus season starts in February and goes through June, so that is the best time to buy it and cook it! Butter – you can also use olive oil for sauteing. Sugar – this is the “secret” to the perfect sautéed asparagus recipe. Optional Toppings – lemon zest, fresh lemon juice, garlic salt, pine nuts, kosher salt, black pepper, parmesan cheese, garlic powder, parsley, chives, Italian seasoning or other fresh herbs.
Health Benefits of Asparagus
Asparagus is one of those mild vegetables that even the pickiest of eaters usually like. And thank goodness, because this green veggie is so good for you! While it’s low in calories, it’s a terrific source of all kinds of nutrients, including vitamin A, vitamin C and vitamin K, along with fiber, other minerals and folate. It’s proven to help promote weight loss, improve digestion, and lower blood pressure. Plus it’s delicious!
Tips for Perfectly Prepared Sautéed Asparagus
There are many ways to prepare asparagus, including oven roasting, which is so yummy! Try our Oven Roasted Asparagus recipe. You can also boil or steam it on the stove or toss larger spears on the outdoor grill. Cooking Asparagus – I love to saute asparagus with the pan method because it cooks up vibrant and green. Stovetop asparagus has a hint of buttery, sweet flavor that can’t be beat! Trim Asparagus – Make sure your asparagus stalks are cut the right way. I like to snap one of the spears where it naturally bends, then line up the rest of the bunch and trim the woody ends off near where the first one snapped. That way you have perfectly even asparagus spears, beautiful and ready to serve. Sautee in butter and a little bit of sugar (that’s the secret!) for about five minutes or until they’re slightly browned. You don’t want to overcook or they’ll be soggy and flimsy. Season with salt and pepper to taste, if necessary, and serve immediately. This is one of those dishes you want to prepare right before serving, so the veggies don’t get cold. If you do need to reheat, you can pop them in the microwave for a few seconds.
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More Asparagus Recipes
Asparagus pairs so nicely with many dishes! And it’s such a versatile veggie, that you can flavor it (and cook it) all sorts of ways. Try these favorite recipes:
How to Sauté Asparagus
Air Fryer Asparagus
Oven Roasted Asparagus
Prosciutto Wrapped Asparagus
Creamy Bowtie Asparagus Pasta
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