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Asparagus with Lemon Butter

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    Everyday Food, April 2005
    • Prep Time 5 minutes
    • Total Time 15 minutes
    • Yield Serves 4
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    Ingredients

    • Coarse salt and ground pepper
    • 1 1/2 pounds asparagus, trimmed
    • 1 tablespoon butter
    • 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
    • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

    Directions

    1. Bring 2 inches salted water to a boil in a wide (10-inch) saucepan or skillet.

    2. Place asparagus in saucepan; cook until just tender, 5 to 8 minutes. Drain well in a colander.

    3. Return asparagus to pan; toss with butter, lemon zest, and lemon juice; season with salt and pepper. Serve immediately.

    Recipe Reviews

    Reviews (1)

    • patv
      17 Mar, 2008

      Extremely easy and elegant. Perfect spring vegetable.

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