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How to Steam Asparagus
This quick guide on steamed asparagus is one you will return to again and again. It’s flavorful, simple, and always a welcome addition to the dinner table!
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Keyword asparagus recipe, how to steam asparagus, steamed asparagus
Prep Time 5 minutes minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes minutes
Total Time 10 minutes minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 32 kcal
Author Natalya Drozhzhin
1 lb asparagus 1 tsp Unsalted Butter 1/2 tsp salt Add water, salt, and butter into a steamer pot. Bring it to a boil and place the steamer basket into the pot.
Trim the rough edges off of the asparagus stalks. Lift the steamer basket up slightly and place the spears inside.
Steam asparagus for about 5 minutes or until tender. Depending on the thickness of asparagus you may need to steam them longer.
Calories: 32 kcal | Carbohydrates: 4 g | Protein: 3 g | Fat: 1 g | Saturated Fat: 1 g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1 g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1 g | Trans Fat: 1 g | Cholesterol: 3 mg | Sodium: 301 mg | Potassium: 229 mg | Fiber: 2 g | Sugar: 2 g | Vitamin A: 889 IU | Vitamin C: 6 mg | Calcium: 28 mg | Iron: 2 mg