Skillet Asparagus with Mint and Lemon
Skillet Asparagus with Mint and Lemon brings crisp-tender spears kissed with citrus and cool herbal notes. The bright mint and a squeeze of lemon lift the earthy asparagus, making it a fresh, aromatic side for spring dinners or a simple addition to pasta for a light vegetarian meal.
- Prep5 mins
- Cook10 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Skillet Asparagus with Mint and Lemon, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 62 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 2 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 100 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
How it scores for each health goal
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- 51
- Heart Health
- 78
- Metabolic
- 25
- Digestive
- 21
- Inflammatory
- 33
- Performance
- 49
- General Wellness
- 1
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Arrange the asparagus in the skillet; cook for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring once. Continue cooking, stirring as needed, until bright green and tender, 6 to 8 minutes.
- 2
Stir in the mint and cook for about 30 seconds. Remove from heat, squeeze lemon juice over the asparagus, and season with salt and black pepper.
- Calories 82.27 kcal Low Source 4%
- Protein 2.65 g Low Source 5%
- Carbohydrate 5.79 g 2%
- Total Fat 6.54 g Moderate 8%
- Saturated Fat 0.96 g Low Source 5%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 0.0 mg Low Source 0%
- Sodium 3.6 mg Low Source 0%
- Dietary Fiber 2.92 g Moderate 10%
- Total Sugars 2.62 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 39.78 mg Low Source 3%
- Iron 2.56 mg Moderate 14%
- Potassium 260.01 mg Low Source 6%
- Vitamin A 52.5 mcg Low Source 6%
- Vitamin C 14.43 mg Moderate 16%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Citrus 🍊
About This Recipe
Skillet Asparagus with Mint and Lemon is made with 5 ingredients and serves 4. It takes about 15 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Asparagus, Fresh Mint, Lemon, and Olive Oil. Each serving provides about 82.27 kcal.
Recipe Questions
- What is Skillet Asparagus with Mint and Lemon made of?
- The main ingredients are Asparagus, Fresh Mint, Lemon, Olive Oil, Salt & Pepper. The full list of 5 is above.
- How long does it take to make Skillet Asparagus with Mint and Lemon?
- About 15 mins in total: 5 mins to prepare and 10 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 82.27 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Skillet Asparagus with Mint and Lemon easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 5 ingredients and 2 steps.
- Is Skillet Asparagus with Mint and Lemon healthy?
- Skillet Asparagus with Mint and Lemon has an easyChef Pro health score of 51/100. Per serving, it provides 82.27 calories and 2.65 g of protein, or 5% of the Daily Value. It contains Citrus, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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