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ROASTED ASPARAGUS WITH GARLIC

From the American Institute for Cancer Research courtesy of Taste for Life

15 minutes prep time | Serves 4

INGREDIENTS:
1 lb fresh asparagus (medium width)
2 tsp olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste Lemon wedges, as garnish

DIRECTIONS:

  1. Preheat oven to 500°. Rinse asparagus and break off tough ends.

  2. In shallow roasting pan, place asparagus and coat with oil. Sprinkle with garlic and salt and pepper, to taste.

  3. Roast uncovered for 6 to 8 minutes (depending on width of spears), shaking pan occasionally. Serve with lemon wedges.

Per serving: 49 Calories, 4 g Protein, 5 g Carbohydrates, 1 g Fiber, 3 g Fat (2 g mono), 148 mg Sodium, HHH Vitamin C, HH Folate, H Vitamin A, Potassium