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This super-tender buttered asparagus is incredibly delicious and has none of the stringiness of poorly cooked asparagus. Very tender, delicious and incredibly simple! Ready in just under 20 minutes. Gluten-free, grain-free, low-carb, ketogenic, Bulletproof.
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Super Tender Buttered Asparagus (Low-Carb)

This super-tender buttered asparagus is incredibly delicious and has none of the stringiness of poorly cooked asparagus. Very tender, delicious and incredibly simple! Ready in just under 20 minutes. Gluten-free, grain-free, low-carb, ketogenic, Bulletproof.
Prep Time2 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time17 minutes
Cuisine: American
Keyword: asparagus, low-carb
Servings: 4 people

Ingredients

  • 1 large bunch asparagus
  • 1 tablespoon butter or coconut oil
  • pinch Salt

Instructions

  • Remove light-colored ends of asparagus.
  • In a large pan, add 1 inch of water and the asparagus stems. You want the asparagus spread out into a singe layer. Turn the heat to medium.
  • Cover and steam for approximately 10 minutes.
  • Drain water and add butter and salt to the pan. Saute the asparagus over medium heat for approximately 5 minutes.

Notes

Nutrition Facts (per serving): 50 calories, 3 g fat, 5 g carbs, 3 g fiber (2 net carbs), 3 g protein