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Asparagus With Almond Butter Sauce

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5.0 · 1 reviewsRecipe card by InnerHarmonyNutritiEditorial by recipesvibrant · Updated October 13, 2026
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Asparagus With Almond Butter Sauce

Total time

18 min

Servings

1

Calories

73.7

Category

Vegetable

Elevate your weeknight dinner with this vibrant Asparagus with Almond Butter Sauce. Perfectly tender-crisp asparagus spears are coated in a creamy, savory, and protein-packed almond butter glaze. This healthy vegan side dish comes together in just 18 minutes, making it an effortless addition to any meal.

Ingredients

Makes 1 serving

  • 1/2 salt
  • 15 asparagus spears
  • 1 almond butter
  • 2 tamari
  • 1 raw sugar
  • 1 lemon juice
  • 1 hot water
  • 1 salt
  • pepper

Method

  1. Boil water in a pan, add 1/2 tsp of salt and cook asparagus for about 3 minutes. Don’t overcook.

  2. Immediately immerse asparagus in cold water.

  3. In a medium bowl, place almond butter, tamari, sugar, lemon juice, and hot water and mix well.

  4. Add asparagus and red pepper slices and coat them with the sauce. Season with salt and pepper.

  5. Refrigerate for at least a couple of hours.

  6. Infuse love and serve!

Cook's notes

  • For the best texture, ensure your asparagus is blanched or steamed until it is bright green but still has a slight crunch.
  • Toast your almond slivers in a dry pan for 1-2 minutes before adding them to the dish to enhance their nutty aroma.
  • Add a splash of rice vinegar or fresh lemon juice to the sauce to brighten the flavors and cut through the richness of the almond butter.

Easy swaps

  • If you don't have almond butter, creamy cashew butter or tahini make excellent flavor-neutral alternatives.
  • Add a kick of heat by stirring a teaspoon of chili garlic sauce or red pepper flakes into the almond butter mixture.
  • Swap asparagus for blanched green beans or broccoli florets if you prefer different cruciferous vegetables.

Frequently asked

Is this asparagus recipe vegan?

Yes, this recipe is 100% vegan, plant-based, and dairy-free.

How long does it take to make this recipe?

This recipe is quick and easy, taking only 18 minutes from start to finish.

Can I serve this as a main course?

While this is a perfect side dish, you can serve it over quinoa, rice, or udon noodles to turn it into a satisfying vegan main dish.

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