Steamed Asparagus with Hollandaise

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Steamed Asparagus with Hollandaise is a classic dish featuring tender-crisp asparagus spears topped with a rich, creamy sauce. It typically consists of fresh asparagus, butter, egg yolks, lemon juice, and seasonings, and is a staple of French cuisine. The dish is often served as a sophisticated side or appetizer, especially in European and fine dining contexts.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is high in fat due to the butter-based Hollandaise sauce, but it also provides a good amount of protein from the eggs and asparagus. Asparagus is rich in vitamins A, C, K, and folate, while the sauce adds calories—roughly 200-300 per serving, depending on portion size.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	180 kcal
Protein	5 g
Carbs	8 g
Fat	15 g
Fiber	4 g
Sugar	3 g
Sodium	450 mg
Potassium	450 mg
Vitamin K	90 mcg
Folate	150 mcg
Vitamin A	900 IU
Vitamin C	12 mg
Vitamin E	2.5 mg
Iron	2.5 mg
Calcium	50 mg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, Hollandaise sauce is one of the five mother sauces in French cooking, making this dish a nod to culinary tradition. Nutritionally, asparagus is a natural diuretic and low in calories, but the indulgent sauce transforms it into a luxurious treat, balancing health with decadence.