Oven-Steamed Asparagus
recipe

Spring brings delicious asparagus, and this recipe is a perfect way to enjoy it. Oven-steamed asparagus makes a simple and tasty side dish or a lighter main course.
Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Serving Size: 2-4 servings

Ingredients:

- 500 g fresh asparagus
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1 garlic clove (minced)
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. Wash and peel the asparagus if necessary. Trim off the tough ends.
3. Place the asparagus in a baking dish and drizzle with olive oil, salt, black pepper, lime juice, and minced garlic.
4. Toss the asparagus to ensure the seasonings are evenly distributed.
5. Cover the dish tightly with foil and bake in the oven for about 15-20 minutes, until the asparagus is tender but still crisp.
6. Remove the dish from the oven and serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley.
Nutritional Information per Serving:
- Energy: 120 kcal
- Protein: 3 g
- Carbohydrates: 5 g
- Fat: 10 g
- Fiber: 3 g

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