Asparagus with Hollandaise Sauce
Asparagus with Hollandaise Sauce is a classic French dish featuring tender-crisp steamed or blanched asparagus spears topped with a rich, creamy sauce made from egg yolks, melted butter, and lemon juice. It is a staple of traditional French cuisine and is often served as an elegant appetizer or side dish.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is high in fat due to the butter-rich Hollandaise sauce, while the asparagus provides fiber, vitamins A, C, K, and folate. A typical serving contains roughly 200-300 calories, depending on portion size and sauce quantity.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 220 kcal |
| Protein | 3.5 g |
| Carbs | 4.5 g |
| Fat | 21 g |
| Fiber | 2.5 g |
| Sugar | 1.5 g |
| Sodium | 480 mg |
| Vitamin A | 950 IU |
| Vitamin C | 12 mg |
| Vitamin K | 55 mcg |
| Folate | 135 mcg |
| Iron | 2.5 mg |
| Potassium | 350 mg |
| Calcium | 35 mg |
| Vitamin E | 2.5 mg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Hollandaise sauce is one of the five French 'mother sauces' and requires careful emulsification to achieve its smooth, velvety texture. Nutritionally, asparagus is a low-calorie vegetable packed with antioxidants, making it a nutrient-dense base for the indulgent sauce.
