Asparagus Green Onion Sauté

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
52%
Asparagus Green Onion Sauté
30 min.
8
63kcal

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If you're looking for a light and flavorful side dish that’s as healthy as it is delicious, this Asparagus Green Onion Sauté is the perfect choice! With its vibrant green veggies and a delicate balance of textures, this dish brings together fresh asparagus, string beans, and scallions, creating a delightful combination that's both vegan and gluten-free. It’s a great way to add a pop of color and nutrients to your meal, all while keeping it low-calorie—just 63 kcal per serving!

The recipe is incredibly simple to make, taking just 30 minutes from start to finish, yet it offers a sophisticated flavor profile that will impress your guests. The asparagus and string beans are lightly cooked until tender, then sautéed with the white and green parts of scallions to bring out their natural sweetness. A quick sauté in extra virgin olive oil ensures everything is perfectly seasoned and delicious, with a touch of black pepper to finish. Plus, it's a great way to get more vegetables into your diet without compromising on taste!

Whether you're preparing it for a family dinner, a dinner party, or as a quick weeknight side, this dish will surely become a favorite. It's easy, healthy, and packed with flavor—what’s not to love? Try it today and enjoy the perfect balance of freshness and flavor!

Ingredients

  • pounds asparagus halved
  • tablespoons olive oil extra virgin 
  • bunch spring onion ( 8)
  • 0.5 pound green beans trimmed halved

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • paper towels
  • pot
  • ziploc bags
  • kitchen towels

Directions

  1. Bring a 5- to 6-quart pot of water seasoned with 1 tablespoon kosher salt to a boil. Cook asparagus and string beans until just tender, 5 to 6 minutes.
  2. Drain, then transfer in a single layer to paper or kitchen towels to dry.
  3. Separate white parts from green parts of scallions. Halve whites lengthwise. Halve green parts lengthwise and again in half crosswise. You should have approximately 3-inch pieces.
  4. Heat oil in a large, heavy skillet over medium-high heat until oil shimmers.
  5. Add white parts of scallions and sauté until they just begin to wilt and turn golden, about 2 minutes.
  6. Add asparagus, green beans, and 1/4 teaspoon salt and sauté to heat through, 1 minute.
  7. Add green parts of scallions and continue to sauté until they just begin to wilt, about 1 minute more. Adjust seasoning if necessary and serve with a fresh grind of black pepper.
  8. •Vegetables can be cut and kept between dampened paper towels in sealable plastic bags 1 day prior to serving.

Nutrition Facts

Calories63kcal
Protein17.05%
Fat46.3%
Carbs36.65%

Properties

Glycemic Index
13.75
Glycemic Load
1.25
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
11.17217379031%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.04mg
Isorhamnetin
6.46mg
Kaempferol
1.74mg
Myricetin
0.04mg
Quercetin
16.95mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:63.37kcal
3.17%
Fat:3.7g
5.7%
Saturated Fat:0.54g
3.4%
Carbohydrates:6.6g
2.2%
Net Carbohydrates:3.37g
1.23%
Sugar:3.13g
3.47%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:4.52mg
0.2%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:3.07g
6.14%
Vitamin K:67.68µg
64.46%
Vitamin A:1082.81IU
21.66%
Folate:70.24µg
17.56%
Iron:2.78mg
15.46%
Fiber:3.22g
12.9%
Vitamin E:1.92mg
12.79%
Vitamin C:10.37mg
12.57%
Vitamin B1:0.19mg
12.47%
Manganese:0.25mg
12.26%
Copper:0.24mg
11.82%
Vitamin B2:0.19mg
11.28%
Potassium:297.2mg
8.49%
Vitamin B6:0.14mg
7.25%
Phosphorus:70.85mg
7.08%
Vitamin B3:1.33mg
6.66%
Magnesium:23.56mg
5.89%
Zinc:0.69mg
4.61%
Calcium:39.9mg
3.99%
Selenium:2.8µg
3.99%
Vitamin B5:0.38mg
3.77%
Source:Epicurious