This side dish is the perfect pairing to any protein. Asparagus is in season from late February to June, but April is its prime month! Asparagus contains vitamin K which is important for blood clotting. In addition, it contains antioxidants like vitamin A and E.
Ingredients
- 1 bunch of asparagus
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- Juice of lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
Directions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Wash asparagus. Chop ends off (about ½ in) from the bottom.
- Prepare a sheet pan. Lay aluminum foil over sheet pan. Arrange asparagus across foil. Drizzle olive oil over vegetables.
- Sprinkle salt and pepper over. Toss around so the asparagus is evenly coated.
- Place in over for 20 minutes, until desired texture.
- Serve with salmon, chicken or shrimp.
Yield: 1-2 servings
Nutrition Facts
40 Calories; 3.5 g Fat (0 g Saturated Fat; 0 g Trans Fat); 0 mg Cholesterol; 0 mg Sodium; 3 g Carbohydrate (1 g Fiber, 0 g Sugar, 0g Added Sugar); 1 g Protein; 0% Daily Value (DV) Vitamin D; 0% DV Calcium; 4% DV Iron; 2% DV Potassium