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Asparagus with Romano Cheese and Pine Nuts

Contributed By: DCC
Debbie Allen, RD

Ingredients

1 pound Fresh asparagus (cut in half, using the top half of the spear)

1 1/2 tablespoons Olive oil

1/4 cup Romano cheese, fresh grated

1/4 cup Pine nuts

1/4 teaspoon Freshly ground pepper

1 Fresh lemon

Preparation

Turn on the broiler to high heat. Arrange asparagus on a baking sheet. Brush with olive oil on both sides of the asparagus. Add the cheese and pine nuts. Broil for 4 to 5 minutes or until cheese melts. Remove from heat. Add pepper and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice.

Recipe Comments

Commented by: valadentmich

What is the serving size for the nutritional info listed?

 

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Recipe Details

Total Preparation Time: Less than 15 minutes
Ingredients: Vegetables
Actual Cooking Time: Less than 15 minutes
Number of Servings: 6
Origin: American
Special Features: Vegetarian
Nutrition Content: Low Calorie
Low Sodium
Holiday: Thanksgiving
Christmas
Meal Type: Entree

Nutrient Information

Calories: 64
Total Fat: 5 g
Saturated Fat: 1 g
Polyunsaturated Fat: 1 g
Carbohydrates: 2 g
Protein: 2 g
Vitamin A: 20 RE
Vitamin C: 6 mg
Calcium: 34 mg
Sodium: 31 mg
Iron: 1 mg
Fiber: 1 g