Happy St. Patrick’s Day!! What does that call for? A GREEN recipe! 🙂
Today I am going to share one of my favourite side dishes. I love making sides because let’s be honest, dinner would be so boring without them. I try to have 2-3 sides to keep my main dish company: salad, rice (we eat it with almost every meal!) and some type of vegetables. Try is the key word… sometimes it is just a side of rice for us. My husband is happy with whatever I make for dinner but when I serve quick and easy sautéed asparagus, he is extra happy.
When I say quick and easy, I really mean quick and easy. That feature alone would be enough to make this one of my favourite vegan side dishes but surprising it is not. What I love about this dish is the amazing flavour and texture. With only 3 ingredients, it is miraculous how much flavour these little vegetables produce. Sometimes, the healthiest side dishes are the tastiest and this dish fits that category, it basically defines it.
Asparagus, olive oil, seasoning salt and pepper. That is all you need. I told you when I say quick and easy, I mean it! Heat up a little oil, sauté the asparagus for 5-12 minutes with a generous sprinkle of seasoning salt and pepper and you are done. I suggest 5-12 minutes because it depends on how crunchy or soft you like asparagus. I prefer mine on the tender side, so I cooked them for about 10 minutes before serving.
The best thing to pair these asparagus with is with a scoop of creamy garlic mashed cauliflower. The combination of flavours between the asparagus and the mashed cauliflower is something that is very hard to describe. It works amazingly, as if they were meant to be consumed together. Serve that with grilled salmon, chicken or lamb and you have yourself a five-star meal.
I seriously have to stop writing because the thought of that is making my mouth water…
Quick and Easy Sautéed Asparagus
Prep Time: 5 mins- Cook Time: 10 mins
- Total Time: 15 minutes
Yield: 4 servings
Category: Sides
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Keep dinner healthy, yet full of flavour with a side of quick and easy sautéed asparagus: the perfect companion to your main dish.
Ingredients
- 1/2 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 bunch asparagus, with the ends cut
- 1/2 teaspoon seasoning salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add the asparagus and generously sprinkle seasoning salt and pepper.
- Sauté for 5-12 minutes, tossing occasionally. If you prefer crisp and crunchy asparagus, cook for only 5 minutes. For softer and more tender asparagus, cook for about 10-12 minutes.
Asparagus is my favorite! Should be fresh coming into season around me in a few weeks! Can’t wait! Nicely done!
Thank you 🙂
This recipe can’t get any easier to make and the prize is fantastic.
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Thanks, Ali!
I love asparagus and just posted recently about how they are so good with so few ingredients. I love your presentation here. Just gorgeous!
Thanks, Andrea!
I love asparagus and I love how easy this is
Thanks! Enjoy 🙂
I usually roast my asparagus! I love this idea because it sounds so much quicker! )(and I might add the creamy cauliflower looks delish!
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Glad you like the recipe, Michele! I’d highly recommend the creamy cauliflower mash 🙂
Oh yes please, I love asparagus and these look beautiful, I love the idea of serving on a bed of pureed cauliflower. I’m totally doing that next time we have asparagus!
Thanks, Jo! Enjoy 🙂
YUM! I love asparagus..great recipe! and I love the name of your blog!
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Thanks, Ridgely! Glad you stopped by 🙂
I’ve never attempted asparagus before (gasps!)… but now my world of sides are about to change. Very mouthwatering!
Oh my! You are missing out, Gloria!! 🙂
I am so happy it’s asparagus season! Nothing better in the spring!!
Me too!! It’s my favourite spring vegetable!!
Your photos made me grin — your asparagus is downright sensual!
Hahha, thanks Sue!
Asparagus is one of my favorite things about spring, and I love, love, love simple sides like this one! Paired with mashed potatoes, it sounds delish!
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Thanks, Tracy!!
I love sauteed asparagus…it is so easy and delicious!
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I am with you on that!!
Hello Sam,
Asparagus has to be one of my favorite foods to eat … I appreciate the information and the recipe . Nice to meet you and visit your blog, thank you!
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Thanks, Lesly!! Thanks for dropping by 🙂
It’s been a while since I’ve had asparagus! We haven’t had too much of it available in the stores recently. This recipe just reminded me about how excited I am to get it back on the plate. Yum!
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I am lucky that we have them in stores because they are spring veggies, so you should be seeing them soon too! 🙂
Simplicity is always the best with Asparagus and I love this, we are lucky enough to have our own fresh from the garden but we are still a month or so away from harvesting the first spears 🙁
Yum! I wish I had my own fresh ones from the garden!! 🙂
Great recipe. My husband and I are huge asparagus fans!
Thanks, Julia! I am glad you like the recipe 🙂
I love fresh asparagus during the spring. I can’t wait to try your recipe!
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Me too!! Hope you enjoy it 🙂
Loved the recipe! That’s going to be for this weekend!
Nice! Enjoy 🙂
I love Asparagus but never tried cooking with it! Will have to try this 🙂
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You sure do!! You will love it 🙂
I love asparagus so much, thanks for sharing this simple recipe!
You are most welcome, Georgianna!!
asparagus are the best! I love them anyway everywhere. sauteed looks like a new fantastic way to enjoy them :-)!!!!
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Me too!! 😀
Sam,
Asparagus is my favorite! I love quick and easy recipes! I’m loving your recipes!!
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Thanks, Mica!
All these yummy asparagus recipes I keep seeing I may have to give this veggie another chance!
Hahha, yes you do!
What a simple recipe. This is perfect for Easter when there are so many other things that take time in the kitchen.
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I agree! It give you one less thing to worry about!
YUM! Sauteed asparagus is one of the best types of foods. This looks amazing. 🙂
Thanks, Cassie!
I am with you on the fast and easy, AND on the plethora of sides. I can make an entire meal out of the sides. Love your technique…have you ever tried flash roasting it? Also delectable.
Yes, I love them roasted too 🙂 But I haven’t tried them flash roasted
Your asparagus looks delicious and I would have never thought to pair it with cauliflower!
Thank you! Somehow those two are amazinggg paired together!
My daughter adores asparagus and I usually doctor it up with spices – but I really need to give your 10-minute, simple version a try! Really makes the flavor of the asparagus shine!
Yes, it sure does! It’s just too easy 🙂
Asparagus is so under rated! There is NO excuse for people not to eat their veg with a recipe like this!! Love the pics to lovely!
Thanks, Kirsten! I totally agree with you!!
I adore asparagus and this is something which looks easy to make.. Thank you for sharing!
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You are most welcome, Priya!
asparagus is amazing vegetable, especially the green ones – those I adore! But I think I’ll wait until they will appear in the groceries fresh 🙂
I agree, they taste best fresh! I’m lucky we have them in our grocery stores 🙂
I love asparagus, it’s the perfect side for me always! This looks so yummy and easy, definitely going to try it very soon!
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Thanks, Michelle!