Dairy Free Steamed Asparagus with Olive Oil & Lemon
Bright, grassy asparagus gets a simple but seriously satisfying treatment here — just a quick steam, a drizzle of good olive oil, and a squeeze of fresh lemon to bring everything to life. The steaming method keeps the spears vibrantly green and perfectly tender without waterlogging them, so you get that satisfying snap in every bite. Extra-virgin olive oil steps in as the richness here, which means the dish is completely plant-based and free of any dairy without sacrificing a drop of flavor. A little lemon zest scattered over the top takes it from weeknight side dish to something that looks genuinely impressive on a platter. It comes together in minutes and pairs beautifully with just about any main, from grilled fish to roasted chicken to a simple grain bowl. Clean ingredients, zero fuss, and a result that tastes far more elegant than the effort involved.
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4 servings
- 1 ½ lb fresh asparagus, tough ends snapped off
- 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt, or to taste
- 1 tsp lemon zest (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Pour about 1 inch of water into a large skillet or wide saucepan and set a steamer basket inside. Bring the water to a boil over medium-high heat.
- 2
Arrange the asparagus in the steamer basket in a single layer. Cover and steam until the spears are bright green and just tender when pierced at the thickest point with a paring knife, 4–6 minutes for medium spears or 6–7 minutes for thick spears.
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