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Stress Inspired Roast Asparagus with Garlic-Butter Breadcrumbs & Toasted Almonds Recipe
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Servings: 10
Ingredients
- 1â2 c sliced or slivered almonds
- 2 T unsalted butter
- 4 clv garlic, peeled and minced
- 1 c panko style breadcrumbs
- coarse sea salt, as needed
- 1 1â2 lb asparagus
- 2 T extra virgin olive oil
- 1â4 t coarsely ground black pepper
- 1â4 c parmigiano-reggiano, grated
- 1â4 c lemon juice
- 1 lemon cut into wedges as garnish, optional
- 1 T parsley, minced as garnish, optional
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Serving | %DV |
|---|---|
| Serving Size 263g | |
| Recipe makes 10 servings | |
| Calories 328 | |
| Calories from Fat 160 | 49% |
| Total Fat 18.16g | 23% |
| Saturated Fat 7.76g | 31% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 29mg | 10% |
| Sodium 724mg | 30% |
| Potassium 455mg | 13% |
| Total Carbs 26.1g | 7% |
| Dietary Fiber 4.2g | 14% |
| Sugars 5.8g | 4% |
| Protein 20.36g | 33% |
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