Zesty Par Boiled Asparagus

By trishg

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 10 minutes
Yields: 4 servings

Ingredients

• 1 bunch asparagus
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Juice of one lemon
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• Sea salt and pepper to taste

Preparation

Step 1

1. Wash asparagus and break off ends.
2. Cut into 1- to 2-inch pieces, on the diagonal.
3. Fill a medium-size saucepan halfway with water and bring to a boil.
4. Add the asparagus, reduce heat to a simmer and cook for 2 minutes.
5. In a medium sized bowl combine oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt and pepper.
6. Toss asparagus in sauce.
7. Top with Macadamia Nut “Parmesan Cheese” (see next recipe).