Lemon-Sesame Asparagus
- 2 packages (10 ounce size) frozen asparagus spears OR 1 1/2 pounds fresh asparagus spears
- 2 tablespoons butter or margarine
- 4 teaspoons sesame seed
- 4 teaspoons lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Lemon-Sesame Asparagus
Featured in the Honolulu Star-Bulletin on April 11, 2007.
Ingredients:
Directions:
- Cook asparagus according to package directions.
- In a small saucepan, melt butter; stir in sesame seed and heat on low until seeds are golden brown, about 5 minutes.
- Add lemon juice and salt.
- Drain asparagus spears; arrange on serving dish.
- Pour butter sauce over asparagus.
Makes 6 servings.
Approximate Nutrient Analysis per serving:
70 calories, 5 g fat, 2.5 g saturated fat, 10 mg cholesterol, 125 mg sodium, 5 g carbohydrate, 3 g fiber, 2 g sugar, 3 g protein
