Garlic Lemon Asparagus: A Boost For Gut & Kidney Health
Try this flavorful, easy to make, prebiotic-rich side dish to support your gut and kidney health.
Servings: 3
Ingredients
- 3 cups raw asparagus, chopped can use frozen
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp garlic, minced 3-6 cloves
- 1/2 each lemon, juiced
- 1/8 tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Wash asparagus spears and cut/break the woody ends off.
- Chop asparagus into 1 inch pieces.
- Heat olive oil in a pan over low-medium heat.
- Add the garlic and sauté for ~ 1 minute. Careful not to burn the garlic.
- Add asparagus to the pan, sprinkle with salt and pepper and toss to combine. Cover with a lid and sauté for 5-7 minutes. Stir occasionally. Cook until asparagus is tender but still crisp.
- Remove pan from heat and squeeze lemon juice over the asparagus. Toss to combine.
- Serve immediately or save for leftovers!
Notes
Nutrition info per serving (~1 cup cooked = 1 serving): 76 calories, 3.5 g protein, 7.5 g carbohydrate, 3 g fiber, 102 mg sodium, 304 mg potassium, 80 mg phosphorus, -2.9 PRAL.