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Asparagus on a plate with lemon slices.

Instant Pot Asparagus

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This Instant Pot Asparagus will be your new favorite quick and easy method to cooking this delicious vegetable! Asparagus is lightly seasoned with garlic and lemon, then perfectly cooked in under 10 minutes.
Cook: 10 minutes
Total: 10 minutes
Recipe makes approximately 4 servings

Equipment Needed

  • Instant Pot

Ingredients Needed

  • 1 pound asparagus (ends trimmed)
  • 1 cup water
  • ¼ cup butter
  • 3 garlic cloves (minced)
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • ½ teaspoon salt

Instructions

  • Add all ingredients to an Instant Pot, close lid and set steam release knob to sealing position.
    Instant-Pot-Asparagus-Process-Photo-1
  • Pressure cook on high for 0 minutes, then quick release the steam.
    Instant Pot Asparagus Process Photo 1
  • Remove asparagus and serve immediately.

Recipe Notes

  • Make it Vegan: Use vegan butter or olive oil in place of the butter in this recipe.
 
Recipe yields approximately 4 servings. Nutritional values shown reflect information for one serving of asparagus. Macros may vary slightly depending on specific brands of ingredients used.

Nutrition Info (Approximate)

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 129kcal | Protein: 3g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 1g | Total Carbs: 5g | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Net Carbs: 3g | Vitamin C: 9mg | Cholesterol: 31mg | Sodium: 398mg | Potassium: 245mg | Calcium: 37mg | Iron: 2mg