Sauteed Asparagus and Mushrooms

This dish caught my attention because of one of the ingredients it uses. My family loves all kinds of mushrooms and I wanted to try a new mushroom dish that is not only delicious but healthy. During this time of year, all of the herbs in my garden start to sprout and I wanted to use some of them. The chives I used came fresh from my garden. The lemon juice and zest added flavor, while the almonds added a unique texture. My husband enjoyed this dish; he had it for dinner one night and for lunch at work the next day!

Sauteed Asparagus and Mushrooms

 

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Prep time

20 mins

Cook time

20 mins

Total time

40 mins

 

Author: Liza A

Serves: 4-6 servings

Ingredients

• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 5 cloves garlic, minced
• 1lb mixed fresh mushrooms, (such as oyster, shiitake and/or cremini), sliced
• 1 lb asparagus, trimmed
• 3 tbsp chopped fresh chives
• 2 tsp grated lemon zest
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• ¼ tsp salt
• ¼ tsp pepper
• 3 tbsp sliced almonds, toasted

Instructions

1. In large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat; cook garlic, stirring, until fragrant, about 1 minute.
2. Add mushrooms; cook, stirring often, until light golden and almost no liquid remains, about 8 minutes.
3. Add asparagus; cook, stirring often, until asparagus is tender-crisp and mushrooms are golden, about 8 minutes.
4. Add chives, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt and pepper; toss to combine. Serve sprinkled with almonds.

Notes

Recipe source: Canadian Living: April 2013

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