Lemon Dill Asparagus with Goat Cheese
This fresh and fragrant asparagus recipe with tangy lemon zest, fresh dill and creamy goat cheese is one you will want to make over and over again.
Servings: 2
Calories: 287kcal
Equipment
- steamer pot
Ingredients
- 1/2 lb fresh asparagus
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil plus extra for drizzling
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp parsley, chopped
- 3 tbsp fresh dill, chopped plus extra for garnishing
- pinch of salt
- pepper
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 2 oz goat cheese, crumbled
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, parsley, and dill, then add the salt and pepper to taste. Set aside.
- I like to soak the asparagus in a lukewarm bath water with some salt for about 3-5 minutes, this helps to remove any dirt that may get lodge in to the stem tips. Using a large steamer pot, add water to the pot and place the asparagus in the basket. Bring water to a boil, steam the asparagus for 5 minutes. They should be still crunchy and still have that vibrant green colour.
- Remove asparagus from basket and place on serving dish. Pour the lemon and herb mixture over the asparagus. Add goat cheese and drizzle with olive oil. Garnish with lemon zest and fresh dill.
- Serve with grilled meats, fish and poultry.
Nutrition
Calories: 287kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 27g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 17g | Cholesterol: 13mg | Sodium: 109mg | Potassium: 268mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 1488IU | Vitamin C: 16mg | Calcium: 74mg | Iron: 3mg