Steaming on a Grill?
Steam Grilled AsparagusServes: 4 | Serving Size: 1 cupIngredients:
- 1 pound asparagus
- 1 tsp olive oil
- Pinch of sea salt
- Black pepper to taste
Directions:
- Heat a nonstick grill pan over high heat.
- Add the olive oil and the asparagus and sear for about a minute.
- Cover the pan and lower the heat to medium, steaming the asparagus for another minute.
- Season with salt and pepper and serve hot.
Nutrition Information:
- Serves 4. Each 1-cup serving has 23 calories, 1 g fat, 0 g saturated fat, 0 g trans fat, 0 mg cholesterol, 1 mg sodium, 3 g carbohydrate, 1 g fiber, 1 g sugar, and 1 g protein.
- Each serving also contains 10% DV vitamin A, 6% DV?vitamin C, 1% DV calcium, and 5% DV iron.
Chef’s Tips:
- Using a grill pan with a cover is a delicious way to prepare asparagus. It makes the asparagus crisp and tasty while preserving its delicate flavor.
- I especially like to use Fleur de Sel to finish this dish.
- You can also garnish the asparagus with freshly grated Parmesan cheese.