How To Microwave Asparagus
Learn how to steam asparagus in the microwave in just 5 minutes. Serve this ridiculously easy asparagus recipe as a sides or salad or snacs.
Equipment
- microwave
Ingredients
- 1 lb fresh asparagus
- 1 tsp olive oil you can use any oil of your choice
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp salt I used kosher salt.
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tbsp water
Instructions
- Wash in clean water to avoid mud particle and shake it gently.1 lb fresh asparagus
- Find the line on the spear where the white and woody part starts. Snap this part or cut it. Asparagus is a soft veggie, even bending it will help in snapping the woody part.1 lb fresh asparagus
- Take a microwave-safe bowl or glass container. Layer them in a microwavable container and do not overcrowd them. Add 1 tbsp water, cover the lid, and microwave it for 3-4 minutes.1 lb fresh asparagus, 1 tbsp water
- Once cooking is over, add garlic powder, kosher salt, olive oil, and lime juice. At this time you can add onion powder or freshly ground black pepper or red chili flakes as well. Enjoy this as a salad or side dish.1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1/2 tsp salt, 1 tbsp lime juice
Notes
Tips
- Trim the woody part before steaming. Cleaning and rinsing are just like any other cooking process.
- Cleaning the tip is very important to avoid mud particles.
Nutrition
Calories: 67kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 5gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 587mgPotassium: 476mgFiber: 5gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1718IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 56mgIron: 5mg
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