Lemon-Garlic Asparagus

Serves 4

Ingredients

• 2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 pound trimmed asparagus
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1-2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
• 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1/8 teaspoon kosher salt

Instructions

1. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add olive oil to pan; swirl to coat. Add asparagus; sauté 3 minutes or until crisp tender. Add minced garlic; cook 1 minute, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat. Add lemon juice, pepper, and salt; toss to coat.

This recipe has been modified from its original source: Mary Drennen, Cooking Light, March 2013