Asparagus and Water Chestnuts

Fast mix of frozen asparagus tips with water chestnuts and sweet red onions, sauteed in a light mixture of olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Simple, yet beautiful and so delicious!

• Preparation Time: 5 mins
• Cooking Time: 12 mins
• Total Time: 17 mins
• Calories: 70 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 teaspoons olive oil
• ¼ cup diced red onion
• 2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
• 1 (5 ounce) can sliced water chestnuts, drained
• 1 (10 ounce) package frozen cut asparagus
• 1 teaspoon butter (Optional)

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onion, and saute for a few minutes to release the flavor into the oil. Add the water chestnuts, asparagus, and vinegar; cook and stir for about 10 minutes, until the asparagus is cooked but still crunchy.