Asparagus with Lemon Butter & Pine Nuts

 

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Asparagus with Lemon Butter & Pine Nuts
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Recipe type: Side Dish
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Serves: 4
 
The lemon butter and pine nuts make this asparagus dish absolutely amazing. This is one to serve to your next dinner guests as it's sure to be a hit!
Ingredients
  • 1 lb asparagus, washed and trimmed
  • ¼ c fresh pine nuts
  • 4 T pasture butter
  • 1 T olive oil
  • 2 T lemon juice
  • zest of 1 lemon
Instructions
  1. Steam asparagus in a steamer until tender.
  2. Melt butter and olive oil in a pan.
  3. Add the pine nuts and sauté until toasted and golden, about 1-2 minutes.
  4. Remove from heat and add the lemon juice.
  5. Drain the asparagus and place in a serving dish.
  6. Drizzle pine nut mixture over top.
  7. Top with lemon zest and serve.

Kristen Barkley
Kristen Barkley
Kristen is a happily married mom to four beautiful and active children and is the co-founder of Marpé Wellness. She has a BBA in Marketing from the University of Houston and completed extensive coursework in the areas of nutrition and fitness. She is excited to be putting her education to use in an industry that she is passionate about where she can help others live a healthier and happier life.

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