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sauteed asparagus with lemon cream sauce on a platter.
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Sautéed Asparagus with Lemon Cream Sauce

A quick and elegant side dish featuring tender asparagus in a silky lemon cream sauce. Ready in just 15 minutes but tastes like it came from a French bistro.
Course Side Dish
Cuisine French
Keyword Asparagus with Cream Sauce, Asparagus with Lemon Sauce, Keto, Low Carb, Sauteed Asparagus
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 144kcal
Author Stephanie Manley

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoons diced shallots
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 to 1 1/2 pounds fresh asparagus washed and trimmed
  • 2 teaspoons lemon juice
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • lemon slices optional garnish

Instructions

  • Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
  • Add the shallots and sauté them until they are soft and almost translucent. Season the shallots with salt and pepper while they are cooking.
  • Add the asparagus and toss to coat with the butter. Cook the asparagus until it changes color. The cook time will depend on the thickness of the asparagus.
  • Add the lemon juice and heavy cream, and stir to combine. Cook for 5 minutes.
  • Transfer the asparagus from the skillet to a serving dish.
  • Pour the sauce over the asparagus.
  • Garnish with lemon slices if desired.

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Nutrition

Calories: 144kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 42mg | Sodium: 204mg | Potassium: 255mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 1325IU | Vitamin C: 7.3mg | Calcium: 42mg | Iron: 2.5mg
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