Asparagus with Lemon Ricotta Recipe

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Brief

Prep 15 mins

Cook: 10 mins

Total: 25 mins

Servings: 6

Yield: 6 servings

Asparagus with Lemon Ricotta Recipe

Ingredients

1 ¼ pounds fresh thin asparagus

trimmed

¼ cup olive oil

3 tablespoons lemon juice

1 pinch sea salt and ground black pepper to taste

1 cup ricotta cheese

2 ½ tablespoons lemon zest

1 pinch sea salt

Side Dish

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Blanch asparagus until tender about 2 to 3 minutes. Remove asparagus immediately and place in a bowl of ice water so it remains a bright green color. Drain in a colander and place in a large bowl with olive oil and lemon juice. Season with sea salt and pepper; toss until well combined.

Step 2

Combine ricotta 2 tablespoons lemon zest and remaining pinch of sea salt in a bowl; mix until well combined.

Step 3

Arrange asparagus on one side of a serving platter and smear ricotta on the other side. Sprinkle with remaining 1/2 tablespoon lemon zest.

Nutritional Information

Asparagus with Lemon Ricotta Recipe

Servings Per Recipe:6

Calories: 152.7

% Daily Value *

Protein: 6.5g 13%

Carbohydrates: 6.2g 2%

Dietary Fiber: 2.2g 9%

Sugars: 2g

Fat: 12.1g 19%

Saturated Fat: 3.2g 16%

Cholesterol: 11.8mg 4%

Vitamin A Iu: 862.7IU 17%

Niacin Equivalents: 2.1mg 16%

Vitamin B6: 0.1mg 6%

Vitamin C: 9.7mg 16%

Folate: 54.8mcg 14%

Calcium: 129.7mg 13%

Iron: 3.5mg 20%

Magnesium: 21.1mg 8%

Potassium: 246.7mg 7%

Sodium: 156.4mg 6%

Thiamin: 0.1mg 14%

Calories From Fat: 109.1

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-)Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.