Parmesan Fried Asparagus

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Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • lemon pepper
  • salt and pepper
  • 1 garlic clove, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon parmesan cheese
  • 10 asparagus spears
  • 1 tablespoon crushed whole wheat crackers
  • 1/4 cup sliced onion

Instructions

  1. Heat the oil in a skillet over a moderate heat. Add in the onion, garlic, salt, pepper and lemon pepper. Cook till tender. Tip in the asparagus and cook for about 10 minutes, turning occasionally so that it gets evenly coated with the seasoning. Sprinkle the wine into the skillet, mix and take off fire. Transfer the asparagus to a serving dish. Drizzle the leftover mixture from the skillet onto the asparagus. Garnish with Parmesan cheese and whole wheat crackers.
  2. Tips:
  3. While cooking the asparagus, make sure not to overcook it - it will turn mushy. To get the texture right, keep it slightly crunchy.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

621 kcal 31% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 21g 42% DV
Total Fat 37.7g 48% DV
Carbs 47.2g 17% DV
Fiber 3.8g 13% DV
Sugar 3.1g 6% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 10697.2mg 100% DV
Potassium 312.8mg 7% DV
Cholesterol 17mg 6% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 13.3mcg 1% DV
Vitamin C 0.5mg 1% DV
Vitamin D 0.1mcg
Calcium 232mg 18% DV
Iron 3.5mg 19% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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