Enjoy this pan-fried asparagus with lemon and mint recipe as a tasty side dish or toss with pasta and olive oil for a quick and easy vegetarian dinner.
Preparation Time
5 mins
Cooking Time
10 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Calories
85 Calories
Recipe Instructions
Step 1
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Arrange asparagus in the skillet; cook 2 to 3 minutes, stirring once. Cook, stirring as needed, until bright green and tender, 6 to 8 minutes.
Step 2
Stir in mint, cook for about 30 seconds. Off heat, squeeze lemon juice over asparagus; season with salt and black pepper.
Ingredients
2 tablespoons olive oil
salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint
1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 3-inch pieces
