Easy 5 Minute Parboiled Asparagus Recipe

The parboiling only takes a few minutes and then you just add a few spices. This is a healthy recipe to use as a side dish. Get Recipe

First, fill a medium saucepan halfway with water and set to boil.

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Get the asparagus ready for parboiling. Rinse it, and snap off the tough ends. I prefer to then chop the asparagus into about 1-2 inch pieces.

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Once the water is boiling, turn off the burner and add the asparagus. Let the asparagus sit in the hot water for about 3 minutes or until the softness you like.

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Then, drain the hot water and put the asparagus back in the post.

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Drizzle olive oil over the asparagus and mix. Then add the zest of one small lemon, the juice of that lemon, and kosher salt to taste.

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