Asparagus with Lime and Mint

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Popular
Health score
35%
Asparagus with Lime and Mint
15 min.
4
74kcal

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Looking for a vibrant and refreshing side dish that’s not only delicious but also healthy? Look no further than our Asparagus with Lime and Mint! This delightful recipe is perfect for any occasion, whether you're hosting a dinner party or simply enjoying a quiet meal at home. With its bright flavors and appealing presentation, this dish is sure to impress your guests and elevate your dining experience.

Asparagus is a nutritional powerhouse, packed with vitamins and minerals while being low in calories—just 74 kcal per serving! This makes it an excellent choice for those looking to maintain a balanced diet. The combination of zesty lime juice and fragrant mint adds a burst of freshness that complements the tender-crisp asparagus beautifully. Plus, this recipe is incredibly quick and easy to prepare, taking only 15 minutes from start to finish!

Whether you’re a vegetarian, vegan, or simply someone who enjoys wholesome, gluten-free meals, this dish checks all the boxes. The use of extra virgin olive oil not only enhances the flavor but also provides healthy fats, making it a guilt-free indulgence. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to savor the delightful taste of Asparagus with Lime and Mint—a side dish that’s sure to become a favorite in your kitchen!

Ingredients

  • pound asparagus trimmed
  • 1.5 tablespoons olive oil extra virgin 
  • servings kosher salt 
  • servings ground pepper fresh
  •  limes fresh (yielding a total of)
  • teaspoon mint leaves fresh chopped cut in a chiffonade*

Equipment

  • frying pan

Directions

  1. Heat the oil in a wide sauté or frying pan on medium-high. When the oil is hot, add the asparagus and sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste, cooking for about 5-6 minutes until just cooked through, but still with some firmness.
  2. Sprinkle with lime juice and mint: Put on a plate and squeeze lime juice over the asparagus and sprinkle on the mint.

Nutrition Facts

Calories74kcal
Protein12.46%
Fat57.96%
Carbs29.58%

Properties

Glycemic Index
24
Glycemic Load
1.07
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
9.5386955841728%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.01mg
Hesperetin
7.2mg
Naringenin
0.57mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Isorhamnetin
6.46mg
Kaempferol
1.58mg
Quercetin
15.92mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:74.38kcal
3.72%
Fat:5.42g
8.34%
Saturated Fat:0.77g
4.84%
Carbohydrates:6.23g
2.08%
Net Carbohydrates:3.35g
1.22%
Sugar:2.42g
2.68%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:196.53mg
8.54%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.62g
5.25%
Vitamin K:50.6µg
48.19%
Vitamin A:867.27IU
17.35%
Folate:60.35µg
15.09%
Iron:2.57mg
14.27%
Vitamin E:2.08mg
13.84%
Vitamin C:11.23mg
13.62%
Fiber:2.88g
11.51%
Copper:0.23mg
11.34%
Vitamin B1:0.17mg
11.15%
Manganese:0.19mg
9.7%
Vitamin B2:0.16mg
9.62%
Potassium:247.71mg
7.08%
Phosphorus:62.16mg
6.22%
Vitamin B3:1.14mg
5.72%
Vitamin B6:0.11mg
5.54%
Magnesium:17.08mg
4.27%
Zinc:0.63mg
4.22%
Selenium:2.68µg
3.83%
Vitamin B5:0.35mg
3.49%
Calcium:33.42mg
3.34%