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Instant Pot Asparagus
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Instant Pot Asparagus

Quick and easy to prepare, this Instant Pot Asparagus is perfectly cooked in the Instant Pot, to retain its vibrant color and crisp texture.
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Keyword asparagus, instant pot, pressure cooker
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 1 minute
Pressure 5 minutes
Total Time 11 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 141kcal

Equipment

  • electric pressure cooker

Ingredients

  • 16 oz asparagus fresh
  • ½ cup water
  • 4 tbsp butter
  • 2 tbsp minced garlic
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp pepper
  • 2 tbsp Parmesan cheese grated, optional

Instructions

  • Trim the bottoms of the asparagus off to be sure it fits in the Instant Pot.
  • Add the water, butter, garlic, salt, and pepper to the pot. Stir.
  • Turn the Instant Pot to SAUTE. Heat until the butter melts.
  • Add the asparagus in a criss-cross pattern.
  • Place the lid on the pot and lock in place. Set to sealing.
  • Cook on HIGH PRESSURE for 1 minute.
  • Quick release the pressure.
  • Remove the asparagus from the pot.
  • Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 141kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 33mg | Sodium: 430mg | Potassium: 255mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 58mg | Iron: 3mg | Net Carbohydrates: 4g