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Instant Pot Asparagus

This instant pot asparagus recipe will show you how to make perfect steamed asparagus in your pressure cooker. A quick and easy side dish you can make in a few minutes!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time0 minutes
Time to Pressure5 minutes
Total Time10 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: asparagus, easy, healthy, instant pot, keto, pressure cooker, vegan
Servings: 4
Calories: 23kcal
Author: Tonje

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 bunch asparagus
  • 1 cup water
US (cups) - UK (ml/g)

Instructions

  • Add water to the instant pot.
  • Place a steaming basket or trivet in the pot.
  • Cut off any tough ends of the asparagus, then place them on the trivet.
  • Secure the lid, and turn the valve to sealing. Set the instant pot to MANUAL or PRESSURE COOK on high pressure, and set the timer to 0 minutes.
  • With a 0-minute cook time, the instant pot will notify you and turn itself off as soon as it reaches pressure. Turn the valve to quickly release the pressure from the pressure cooker.
  • Immediately remove the asparagus from the instant pot. Season to taste, or add any toppings, and serve.

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Notes

  • Store leftovers in a sealed container in a refrigerator for up to 4 days.
  • Optionally, top your asparagus with garlic powder, salt and pepper, lemon juice, Parmesan or diced almonds.

Nutrition

Calories: 23kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 5mg | Potassium: 227mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 851IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 29mg | Iron: 2mg