Sautéed asparagus, toasted almonds & manchego cheese

Gluten Free
Health score
6%
Sautéed asparagus, toasted almonds & manchego cheese
35 min.
6
322kcal

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Indulge in a deliciously simple dish that highlights the best of seasonal produce with our Sautéed Asparagus, Toasted Almonds & Manchego Cheese recipe. This gluten-free delight is perfect for dinner parties or a cozy family meal, promising to impress your guests with its vibrant colors and tantalizing flavors.

Asparagus, with its crisp-tender texture, is a springtime favorite that deserves to take center stage. When sautéed in golden brown butter with crunchy toasted almonds, it transforms into a luxurious side dish that pairs beautifully with any protein. The addition of fresh lemon juice not only brightens the dish but also balances out the richness of the butter, elevating the overall taste experience.

To top it all off, we include shavings of high-quality Manchego cheese, which add a nutty, savory note that complements the earthy asparagus and buttery almonds perfectly. This recipe brings together simple ingredients that create a gourmet feel, making it a versatile option for various occasions. Ready in just 35 minutes and serving six, it's a great choice for a weeknight meal or an elegant lunch.

Join us in exploring the delightful combination of flavors and textures in this delightful dish. Your taste buds will thank you!

Ingredients

  • 36  asparagus 
  • 140 butter unsalted
  • 100 blanched almonds and whole
  •  juice of lemon 
  • 50 manchego cheese hard (or vegetarian cheese)

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • peeler

Directions

  1. Bring a pan of salted water to the boil and plunge in the asparagus. Cook for 2-3 mins, drain, then leave them to sit somewhere warm.
  2. Next, put the butter into a cold pan with the almonds. Carefully heat it up, watching that the butter doesnt get too dark. When it just turns golden brown and is beginning to foam, remove from the heat and pour in the lemon juice to stop the cooking.
  3. Arrange the asparagus onto 6 serving plates and spoon over some of the brown butter and almonds. Shave the cheese with a peeler, scatter over and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Calories322kcal
Protein9.45%
Fat82.03%
Carbs8.52%

Properties

Glycemic Index
5.33
Glycemic Load
0.55
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
13.4156521792%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.24mg
Hesperetin
0.72mg
Naringenin
0.07mg
Isorhamnetin
5.47mg
Kaempferol
1.33mg
Quercetin
13.44mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:321.68kcal
16.08%
Fat:30.78g
47.36%
Saturated Fat:14.77g
92.3%
Carbohydrates:7.2g
2.4%
Net Carbohydrates:3.51g
1.28%
Sugar:2.72g
3.02%
Cholesterol:59.08mg
19.69%
Sodium:58.29mg
2.53%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:7.98g
15.96%
Vitamin K:41.57µg
39.59%
Vitamin E:5.59mg
37.28%
Vitamin A:1356.16IU
27.12%
Manganese:0.46mg
22.95%
Copper:0.36mg
17.86%
Calcium:157.44mg
15.74%
Vitamin B2:0.26mg
15.44%
Folate:59.79µg
14.95%
Magnesium:58.87mg
14.72%
Fiber:3.68g
14.72%
Iron:2.61mg
14.5%
Phosphorus:136.09mg
13.61%
Vitamin B1:0.17mg
11.43%
Potassium:314.5mg
8.99%
Vitamin C:7.31mg
8.86%
Vitamin B3:1.54mg
7.68%
Zinc:1.04mg
6.91%
Vitamin B6:0.11mg
5.48%
Selenium:2.98µg
4.26%
Vitamin B5:0.35mg
3.48%
Vitamin D:0.35µg
2.33%