Lemon Caper Asparagus Recipe
Fresh asparagus with an olive oil, lemon juice and caper vinaigrette; easy, healthy, low fat and delicious!
Ingredients
- 2 Pounds Fresh Asparagus, ends trimmed
- 1/8 Cup Olive Oil
- 3 Tablespoons Lemon Juice
- 1/8 Teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 1/4 Teaspoon Black Pepper
- 2 Tablespoons Capers, rinsed and drained
Directions
- Trim ends from asparagus, about 1/2″. In a 12″ skillet, place asparagus and 1″ of water. Heat to boiling over medium high heat. Lower heat to medium, cover and let cook for about 5 to 7 minutes for tender/crisp or until desired doneness. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a medium sized bowl, combine the olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder and pepper. Whisk well until olive oil thickens slightly. Stir in capers. Add cooked asparagus and toss to coat.
- Serve at room temperature or chilled.
- Serves 4.
Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Serving | %DV |
|---|---|
| Serving Size 142g | |
| Recipe makes 4 servings | |
| Calories 88 | |
| Calories from Fat 61 | 69% |
| Total Fat 6.94g | 9% |
| Saturated Fat 0.99g | 4% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 130mg | 5% |
| Potassium 261mg | 7% |
| Total Carbs 6.01g | 2% |
| Dietary Fiber 2.8g | 9% |
| Sugars 2.57g | 2% |
| Protein 2.82g | 5% |
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