Simple Sautéed Asparagus

This is one of the easiest ways to prepare sautéed fresh asparagus. Simply trim and cook it in a skillet in olive oil and some water for an easy side dish.

• Preparation Time: 5 mins
• Cooking Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 15 mins
• Calories: 84 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 bunch fresh asparagus, trimmed
• 0.25 cup water
• 0.125 teaspoon salt
• 0.125 teaspoon pepper

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Drizzle olive oil into a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once oil is hot, add asparagus spears; cover and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 2

Add water and cover to steam asparagus and keep it from drying out. Continue cooking for another 5 minutes or until asparagus is tender. Season with salt and pepper.