Recipe Details

Asparagus with Dijon Sauce

Here's an easy way to serve asparagus that celebrates the advent of spring.

Name:	Amount:
lb fresh asparagus spears	0.75
cuplow-fat, low-sodium chicken broth	0.50
Dijon mustard	1 Tbsp

Break the woody ends off the asparagus; place the asparagus spears in a skillet.

Pour on the broth; cover and steam over medium heat until crisp-tender, about 4 minutes.

Remove the asparagus to a warm serving plate; keep warm.

Add the mustard to the skillet; increase the heat to high and bring to a boil, stirring constantly, pour the sauce over the asparagus.

Nutritional Information (per serving)

Calories 28

Calories from Fat 7

Total Fat 1g

Saturated Fat 0g

Cholesterol 0mg

Sodium 70mg

Potassium n/a

Carbohydrates 4g

Dietary Fiber 2g

Sugars 2g

Protein 3g

Vitamin A n/a

Vitamin C n/a

Calcium n/a

Iron n/a

Folic Acid n/a

Dietary Exchange 1 Vegetable Total

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