Easiest Asparagus Recipe

Easiest Asparagus Recipe
  • PREP TIME
    5 mins
  • COOK TIME
    10 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    15 mins
  • SERVING
    5 People
  • VIEWS
    487

Elevate your asparagus with this incredibly simple yet flavorful recipe. A touch of honey, garlic, and a whisper of cayenne create a symphony of sweet, savory, and subtly spicy notes that will transform this humble vegetable into an irresistible appetizer or side dish.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    5 g
  • Cholesterol
    12 mg
  • Fiber
    2 g
  • Protein
    2 g
  • Saturated Fat
    3 g
  • Sodium
    35 mg
  • Sugar
    3 g
  • Fat
    5 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Image Step 01
01 Step

Recipe View 2 mins Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-low heat. (2 minutes)

Image Step 02
02 Step

Recipe View 7 mins Add trimmed asparagus to the skillet and cook in the melted butter, stirring occasionally, until tender-crisp and bright green. (6-8 minutes)

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03 Step

Recipe View 1 mins Drizzle honey evenly over the asparagus, then sprinkle with garlic powder and cayenne pepper. Stir gently to coat the asparagus with the honey and spices. (1 minute)

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04 Step

Recipe View 1 mins Continue cooking for another minute, allowing the honey to caramelize slightly and the spices to meld with the asparagus. Serve immediately.

For a richer flavor, try using brown butter instead of regular butter.
A squeeze of fresh lemon juice at the end adds a bright, acidic counterpoint to the sweetness of the honey.
If you prefer a more pronounced garlic flavor, use fresh minced garlic instead of garlic powder. Add it to the skillet along with the asparagus.
Adjust the amount of cayenne pepper to your liking. For a milder flavor, omit it altogether.
This recipe also works well with other vegetables, such as green beans or broccoli.

Josianne Davis

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.7/ 5 ( 162 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (4)
  • Dustin Dickinson

    I added a little lemon zest and it was amazing!

  • Willa Pfeffer

    The honey and cayenne pepper are a perfect combination. My family loved it!

  • Karianne Mcclure

    So easy to make and so delicious. I'll definitely be making this again.

  • Kariane Lueilwitz

    This recipe is a game-changer! I never liked asparagus before, but this is so good!

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