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Mena's Simple Steamed Asparagus

Rated as 4 out of 5 Stars
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"This is a quick and easy way to prepare a steamed asparagus side dish in the microwave."
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Ingredients

15 m servings 29
Original recipe yields 4 servings

Directions

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  1. Take each spear of asparagus and break it towards the end, wherever it naturally snaps, to remove woody ends. Place asparagus in a microwave-safe glass container with a lid. Pour in water.
  2. Roll lemon on a flat work surface to release the juices; slice in half. Squeeze each half over the asparagus. Sprinkle with pepper and garlic powder.
  3. Cover container and place in the microwave. Cook on high until tender-crisp, 5 to 6 minutes. Drain and let stand for 5 minutes before serving.
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Nutrition Facts


Per Serving: 29 calories; 0.2 7.4 2.8 0 4 Full nutrition

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Super simple and full of flavor. My only complaint is that 5 minutes was too long. It got overcooked and soggy. My micro does seem to be pretty potent though. Next time I will start at 3 minutes...

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