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~ skinny sauteed asparagus ~

1lovetocook1x avatar
Recipe by
Cassie *
@1lovetocook1x
Somewhere, PA

This is a recipe I came up with for my weight watchers diet. I love asparagus and I happened to have some white on hand. I find it to not be as flavorful as the green version, so I spiced it up a bit and added great flavor with the garlic and red onion, topping off with a good balsamic vinegar. Asparagus has no points, so the only points I added was the oil. I made a meal out of this. Yum!

yield 4 serving(s)
prep time 10 Min
cook time 10 Min
method Saute

Ingredients For ~ skinny sauteed asparagus ~

  • 1 Tbsp
    chicken bouillon powder
  • 2 c
    water
  • 1/2 tsp
    garlic powder
  • 2
    - 3 grinds fresh black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp
    salt
  • 1 bunch
    white or green asparagus
  • 1 Tbsp
    olive oil
  • 2 clove
    garlic, minced or could use garlic paste in tube ( chunky would be best )
  • 1 tsp
    parsley paste
  • 1/8 - 1/4 tsp
    red pepper flakes - optional and to taste
  • 1 Tbsp
    red onion, chopped small
  • drizzle
    of a good balsamic vinegar

How To Make ~ skinny sauteed asparagus ~

  • 1
    Trim tough bottoms of asparagus ( About 2 inches ) maybe more depending how big your asparagus is. In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups water, salt, garlic powder and bullion to a boil.
  • 2
    Once boiling add the asparagus and spread out evenly so it cooks evenly. Lower heat to simmer and simmer for 4 -5 minutes or until crisp tender. Immediately rinse with cold water or add to ice bath, to stop cooking process. Drain well.
  • 3
    In same skillet, over medium heat add oil, red pepper flakes, garlic, red onion and parsley. Swirl around and cook a few seconds.
  • 4
    Add asparagus and saute until starting to brown some and vegetables are tender. Tossing to coat with onion/ garlic mixture. I also re seasoned with some salt & pepper.
  • 5
    Plate, salt and pepper and drizzle with balsamic if desire. Enjoy!
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