Asparagus Parmesan

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Pan-fried asparagus with Parmesan cheese that's sautéed to perfection makes an easy side.

Submitted by JenElaine
Updated on January 22, 2025
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Prep Time:
5 mins
Cook Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
15 mins
Servings:
5
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 5 servings

  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter

  • ¼ cup olive oil

  • 1 pound fresh asparagus spears, trimmed

  • ¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese

  • salt and ground black pepper to taste

Directions

  1. Melt butter with olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add asparagus spears; cook, stirring occasionally, until desired firmness, about 10 minutes.

  2. Drain off and discard excess oil; sprinkle with Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper.

Cook's Note:

You can substitute olive oil for the butter. I use butter for the flavor.

995 home cooks made it!

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

199 Calories
18g Fat
4g Carbs
8g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 5
Calories 199
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 18g 22%
Saturated Fat 6g 28%
Cholesterol 19mg 6%
Sodium 248mg 11%
Total Carbohydrate 4g 1%
Dietary Fiber 2g 7%
Total Sugars 2g
Protein 8g 16%
Vitamin C 5mg 6%
Calcium 189mg 15%
Iron 2mg 12%
Potassium 203mg 4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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