Lemon-Kissed Asparagus
Low Calorie Recipe
By Fitness and Freebies
Lemon pepper, lemon peel and fresh lemon juice with asparagus and baby carrots for a healthful citrusy side dish.
Recipe Ingredients
1 teaspoon lemon pepper
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon peel
3 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
1/2 pound asparagus
1 pound baby carrots
This recipe makes enough for two healthful side dish servings.
Recipe Directions
Wash baby carrots and bring to a boil in a small pot. Reduce heat, cover and simmer until carrots are easily pierced with a fork. Drain and rinse carrots. Cut tough ends off asparagus and rinse. Heat 1/2 inch of water in a skillet to boiling. Place asparagus in skillet. Boil for 1 to 3 minutes. Rinse, drain and re-rinse asparagus.
Combine carrots with asparagus. Spray or drizzle vegetables with lemon juice, then add lemon pepper. Use grated lemon peel for garnish. Serving Suggestions: Serve hot as a side dish with grilled chicken or turkey breast.
Nutrition information per serving:
Yield: 2 servings
Calories: 53.6
Fat: 0.4g
See also:
Lemon Chicken Pasta Toss
Vegetable Kabobs
White Rice With Vegetables
