Asparagus with Hazelnuts

INGREDIENTS

1 pound asparagus 
2 tablespoon olive oil
2 clove garlic, finely chopped  
2 tablespoons hazelnuts, toasted and chopped
1 tablespoons chopped parsley  
1 lemon 
Salt to taste



DIRECTIONS

  1. Wash and trim one inch off the bottom of the asparagus. Slice asparagus into 2-inch pieces. 

  2. In a saute pan over high heat, add olive oil and cook for 1 minute. Add the garlic and fry for 30 seconds. Add the asparagus and saute for 3-4 minutes. Remove from heat. 

  3. Place asparagus onto a plate. Garnish with hazelnuts, parsley and salt to taste. Use a microplane to zest the lemon over the asparagus and serve immediately. 

quick tips

  • Asparagus is high in vitamin K, C and folate. 

  • This vegetable grows in the spring. That is when it will be most flavorful and affordable. 

  • Asparagus can come in green, white and purple colors.