Asparagus with Parmesan

[Kitchen Witch]

Asparagus with Parmesan

(makes 4 servings)

3/4 pound (360 g) fresh asparagus, woody stems snapped off and discarded
1 tablespoon (15 ml) fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons (18 g) grated Parmesan cheese

1. Simmer the asparagus in water to cover until cooked crisp-tender, about 3 to 4 minutes. Drain
2. Return asparagus to pan and sprinkle with lemon juice and Parmesan cheese. Place over medium-high heat, shaking the pan several times, until asparagus is glazed and hot. Serve at once.

Per serving: 32 calories (27% calories from fat), 3 g protein, 1 g total fat (0.6 g saturated fat), 4 g carbohydrates, 2 g dietary fiber, 3 mg cholesterol, 60 mg sodium
Diabetic exchanges: 1/2 carbohydrate (1 vegetable)