Description
Absurdly Addictive Asparagus is a vibrant and flavorful side dish that brings together tender-crisp asparagus and savory turkey strips in under 20 minutes. This easy recipe balances zesty lemon and orange notes, making it an irresistible addition to any meal. Perfect for dinner parties or quick weeknight dinners, this dish is not only healthy but also a crowd-pleaser. With its stunning presentation and delicious flavors, it’s hard to resist going back for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 ounces turkey strips, diced
- 1 pound asparagus, trimmed and sliced
- 1 1/4 cups leek, thinly sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Zest of one lemon
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
- 2 tablespoons toasted pine nuts
- Fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a non-stick pan over medium heat, sauté the turkey strips until crisp and golden.
- Add butter, then incorporate asparagus and leeks; cook until asparagus is tender-crisp (about 3-4 minutes).
- Stir in garlic, lemon zest, orange zest, pine nuts, and parsley. Sauté for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Season with salt and pepper before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Contemporary
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 60mg