Lemon-Sesame Asparagus

Ingredients

• Asparagus

  Raw

  1 lb or 453g

• Butter

  Unsalted

  4 tbsp or 57g

• Sesame seeds

  Seeds, whole, dried

  2 tbsp or 18g

• Lemon juice

  Raw

  2 tbsp or 30g

• Parsley

  Raw

  2 tsp or 3g

• Salt

  Table

  1 dash or 0.4g

• Pepper

  Spices, black

  1 dash or 0.1g

Directions

1. Trim the woody ends of the asparagus where it naturally snaps.
2. Place the asparagus in a large pot with 1 inch of water. Bring to a boil and cook until tender but still bright green, about 5 minutes. Drain and transfer to a serving dish.
3. In a skillet over medium heat, melt the butter and add sesame seeds. Cook until golden brown and toasted, about 2 minutes. Stir in lemon juice and parsley, then season with salt and pepper to taste.
4. Pour the sauce over the cooked asparagus and serve.