Steamed or sautéed as a side dish

Steamed or sautéed as a side dish recipe videos

This dish refers to asparagus prepared either by steaming or sautéing, typically served as a simple, healthy side. The core ingredient is fresh asparagus spears, often seasoned with minimal additions like lemon, garlic, butter, or olive oil. It is a popular side dish in many Western cuisines, particularly in European and North American cooking.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

Asparagus is a low-calorie, low-carbohydrate vegetable that is a good source of protein for a plant food. It provides key nutrients like folate, vitamin K, and vitamin C, with a typical serving containing roughly 40-80 calories depending on preparation.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	67 kcal
Protein	4.3 g
Carbs	7.4 g
Fat	3.8 g
Fiber	3.6 g
Sugar	2.5 g
Sodium	12 mg
Vitamin K	91 mcg
Folate	169 mcg
Vitamin A	1018 IU
Vitamin C	12.4 mg
Vitamin E	2.8 mg
Iron	2.1 mg
Potassium	403 mg
Manganese	0.3 mg

Per 1 cup (180 g), sautéed with a small amount of oil · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, asparagus has been prized since ancient times as a delicacy and is one of the first vegetables to harvest in spring. Nutritionally, it's unique for being a natural diuretic and containing the antioxidant glutathione, which supports cellular health.