Honey-Lemon Asparagus

Side Dishes

Everyone who tastes my glazed asparagus takes a second helping, so I usually double the recipe. For another option, try using a root vegetable like turnip or parsnip.

Average Rating: 5

TOTAL TIME: Prep/Total Time: 15 min.
YIELD: 8 servings.

Ingredients

2 pounds fresh asparagus, trimmed
1/4 cup honey
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon sea salt
1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
Additional sea salt, optional

Instructions

1. In a large saucepan, bring 8 cups water to a boil. Add asparagus in batches; cook, uncovered, 1-2 minutes or just until crisp-tender. Drain and pat dry.
2. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine the remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 2 minutes or until slightly thickened.
3. Transfer asparagus to a large bowl; drizzle with glaze and toss gently to coat. If desired, sprinkle with additional sea salt.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving: 73 calories, 3g fat (2g saturated fat), 8mg cholesterol, 276mg sodium, 12g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein.
Diabetic Exchanges:
1 vegetable, 1/2 starch, 1/2 fat.