Sesame Asparagus

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Ingredients

12 oz fresh asparagus or one 10-ounce package frozen cut asparagus
1 tbsp margarine or butter
1 tbsp sesame seed
1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
1 teaspoon Fresh lemon juice
1/4 tsp sesame oil (optional)

Preparation

Snap off and discard woody bases from fresh asparagus. If desired, scrape off scales. Cut into 1-inch pieces. Cook, covered, in a small amount of boiling water for 6 to 8 minutes or till crisp-tender. (Or, cook frozen asparagus according to package directions.) Drain; remove from pan.

In the same pan melt margarine; add sesame seed. Cook and stir 2 to 3 minutes or till toasted. Add mushrooms; cook and stir till tender. Add lemon juice and, if desired, sesame oil. Add asparagus; toss to coat. Heat through.

Yield

Serves 4

Cook Time

Prep Time: 15 mins.
Cook Time: 10 mins.

Nutrition Facts

Nutrition information is provided as a resource. Values will vary depending on specific ingredients used.
Serving Size: 1
Number of Servings: Serves 4
Amount Per Serving:
Calories: 58
Calories from Fat: 72
Amount per Serving
% Daily Value*
Amount per Serving
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 8g
12%
Carbohydrates 6g
2%
Dietary Fiber 5g
20%
Saturated Fat 5g
25%
Calories 58kcal
2%
Cholesterol < 1mg
0%
Protein 6g
10%
Sodium 28mg
1%
Calcium
0%
Iron
10%
Vitamin A
10%
Vitamin C
10%
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.