Sesame-Glazed Asparagus Recipe

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Sesame-Glazed Asparagus
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Directions:

  1. Snap off the tough ends of the asparagus. Remove scales from stalks with a vegetable peeler, if desired.
  2. Cut asparagus diagonally into 1-inch pieces.
  3. Cook asparagus in boiling salted water to cover for 6 to 8 minutes or until crisp tender, drain. Run under cold water to stop the cooking process.
  4. Cook the green onions in butter in a skillet over medium heat 1 minute, stirring constantly.
  5. Add asparagus, lemon rind, and juice; cook, stirring constantly, 2 minutes or until heated through.
  6. Stir in salt and peppers. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and oil.
  7. Garnish, if desired, with sliced lemon and parsley sprigs.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 166.96 Kcal (699 kJ)
Calories from fat 130.82 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 14.54g 22%
Cholesterol 33.91mg 11%
Sodium 154.61mg 6%
Potassium 286.44mg 6%
Total Carbs 7.87g 3%
Sugars 3.67g 15%
Dietary Fiber 3.2g 13%
Protein 3.4g 7%
Vitamin C 10.8mg 18%
Vitamin A 0.1mg 5%
Iron 3.1mg 17%
Calcium 78.3mg 8%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 106.78 Kcal (447 kJ)
Calories from fat 83.67 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 9.3g 22%
Cholesterol 21.69mg 11%
Sodium 98.88mg 6%
Potassium 183.19mg 6%
Total Carbs 5.03g 3%
Sugars 2.35g 15%
Dietary Fiber 2.05g 13%
Protein 2.18g 7%
Vitamin C 6.9mg 18%
Vitamin A 0.1mg 5%
Iron 2mg 17%
Calcium 50mg 8%

* 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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Recipe Tags

Weightwatchers Points

  • 3.9
    Points
  • 5
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free,
  • low sodium

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