Asparagus With Maple Mustard Sauce Recipe

This quick and easy Betty Crocker-inspired recipe elevates simple asparagus into a delicious side dish. Sweet maple syrup blends perfectly with tangy mustard and a touch of oil to create a vibrant sauce that complements the tender-crisp asparagus spears. Ready in under 20 minutes!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 140.7 kcal
Protein 11g
Rating 3.8 (5 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Asparagus With Maple Mustard Sauce

  • 1 pound asparagus
  • 2 tablespoons real maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 cup water

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How to Make Asparagus With Maple Mustard Sauce

  1. Snap off the tough ends of 1 pound asparagus spears.
  2. In a 12-inch skillet or 4-quart Dutch oven, bring 1 inch of water (approximately 1 cup) to a boil.
  3. Add the asparagus spears to the boiling water.
  4. Return the water to a boil.
  5. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and cook for 4-5 minutes, or until the asparagus is crisp-tender.
  6. Carefully drain the asparagus in a colander.
  7. While the asparagus cooks, whisk together 2 tablespoons maple syrup, 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard, and 1 tablespoon olive oil in a small bowl.
  8. Drizzle the maple mustard sauce generously over the drained asparagus.
  9. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

4 g

Sugar

36g

Fat

5g

Carbs

5g