Cashew Free Steamed Asparagus with Olive Oil & Lemon

Fresh asparagus doesn't need much to shine, and this simple steamed preparation proves exactly that. A quick turn in the steamer basket keeps the spears brilliantly green and just tender — none of that sad, mushy texture you get from overcooking. Once they hit the platter, a drizzle of good extra-virgin olive oil and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice do all the heavy lifting, with a pinch of sea salt tying everything together. The optional lemon zest adds a fragrant citrus punch that makes the whole dish feel a little more special with almost zero extra effort. Every single ingredient here is naturally free from tree nuts of any kind, so there's no label-scanning or substitution stress — just clean, bright flavors exactly as written. It's the kind of effortless side dish that pairs beautifully with nearly anything and looks far more impressive than the work involved.

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