Asparagus with Lemon Dill Sauce

May 26, 2013

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This asparagus with lemon dill sauce is the perfect healthy side dish! It pairs well with any kind of meat and is especially delicious with seafood. The asparagus is steamed until crisp-tender and topped with a creamy sauce that is full of flavor with fresh squeezed lemon juice and chopped fresh dill!

2 pounds fresh asparagus
2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon flour
1/2 cup 2% milk
2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/8 teaspoon salt

Trim the asparagus and steam 3-5 minutes until crisp-tender. Then dip asparagus in ice water to stop the cooking process. Melt butter in a small saucepan. Add flour and let cook, stirring, for about 30...
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Nutritions

Calories
59

Sodium
61mg
2% DV

Fat
4g
6% DV

Protein
1g
3% DV

Carbs
4g
1% DV

Fiber
1g
4% DV