Sautéed Asparagus and Mushrooms
A quick, savory veggie side dish made with crisp asparagus, golden mushrooms, and garlic butter. Ready in under 15 minutes—perfect for weeknight dinners or holiday meals!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 13 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
1 bunch asparagus, ends trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
8 oz sliced mushrooms (cremini or baby bella recommended)
2 tbsp olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp liquid aminos or soy sauce
1 tbsp butter
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
Prep the veggies:
Trim the woody ends from asparagus and cut into 2-inch pieces.
Sauté asparagus:
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add asparagus and sauté for 3–4 minutes until slightly tender but still crisp.
Add mushrooms:
Toss sliced mushrooms in soy sauce or liquid aminos. Add to skillet and cook for 3–4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until mushrooms are soft and lightly browned.
Add garlic and butter:
Push veggies to the edges of the skillet. Add butter and minced garlic to the center and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Combine and season:
Stir everything together to coat the vegetables in garlic butter. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve warm.
Notes
Add spice: Sprinkle with red pepper flakes or a dash of hot sauce for heat.
Brighten it up: Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the top before serving.
Make it a meal: Add cooked shrimp, tofu, or grilled chicken.
Creamy option: Finish with a splash of cream or grated Parmesan.
Find it online: https://allrecipesmade.com/sauteed-asparagus-and-mushrooms/
