Addictive Asparagus
Ingredients
- 4 ounces pancetta, 1/4 inch dice
- 1 tablespoon butter ⓘ
- 1 lb asparagus, sliced into 2 inch pieces on bias, woody ends snapped off
- 1 1/4 cups leeks, thinly sliced crosswise (white and pale green parts only)
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- fresh lemon zest, of one whole lemon ⓘ
- 1 teaspoon orange zest ⓘ
- 2 tablespoons pine nuts, toasted ⓘ
- 2 tablespoons Italian parsley, chopped ⓘ
Instructions
- In a large non-stick pan, saute pancetta, stirring frequently over medium heat, until crisp and lightly golden.
- Add butter, then asparagus and leeks and saute until asparagus is tender crisp, about 3-5 minutes.
- Add garlic, citrus zests, toasted pine nuts and parsley and saute for another minute. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
478
kcal
24% DV
Protein
Fat
Carbs
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).