Asparagus With Lemon Broth (Low Sodium) Recipe

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Asparagus With Lemon Broth (Low Sodium)
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Directions:

  1. Wash asparagus and break off the tough, woody ends.
  2. Heat oil over medium heat in saute pan large enough to hold all the ingredients.
  3. Add shallot and garlic and cook 5 minutes.
  4. Add chicken broth, lemon juice and sugar; stir to blend.
  5. Drop in the asparagus, turn up the heat and bring to a boil.
  6. Once at a boil, decrease heat to low and simmer uncovered until asparagus is just tender (about 8-10 minutes).
  7. Remove asparagus to a platter and pour the juice over it just before serving and top with black pepper.
  8. Note: Feel free to thicken up the sauce with a little cornstarch mixed with cold water if you like.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 59.72 Kcal (250 kJ)
Calories from fat 15.66 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 1.74g 3%
Sodium 23.01mg 1%
Potassium 295.76mg 6%
Total Carbs 10.01g 3%
Sugars 4.54g 18%
Dietary Fiber 2.56g 10%
Protein 3.5g 7%
Vitamin C 14mg 23%
Iron 1.7mg 10%
Calcium 33.1mg 3%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 35.44 Kcal (148 kJ)
Calories from fat 9.29 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 1.03g 3%
Sodium 13.66mg 1%
Potassium 175.52mg 6%
Total Carbs 5.94g 3%
Sugars 2.69g 18%
Dietary Fiber 1.52g 10%
Protein 2.07g 7%
Vitamin C 8.3mg 23%
Iron 1mg 10%
Calcium 19.6mg 3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 0.8
    Points
  • 2
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • low calorie,
  • low fat,
  • saturated fat free,
  • very low sodium,
  • cholesterol free

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