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Asparagus with Garlic and Pecans

Makes 4 servings

3 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon olive oil
1 pound fresh asparagus, broken into bite-size pieces
1 tablespoon soy sauce
¹/₂ cup pecan halves

Sauté garlic in oil in a medium skillet. Add asparagus and soy sauce. Cook 4 to 6 minutes, stirring often until asparagus is tender. Add pecans and continue cooking for 1 to 2 minutes. Serve.

Per serving (1/4 of recipe)

Calories: 111
Fat: 10.3 g
Saturated Fat: 1 g
Calories from Fat: 83.4%
Cholesterol: 0 mg
Protein: 3.1 g
Carbohydrates: 3.9 g
Sugar: 1.5 g
Fiber: 2.2 g
Sodium: 230 mg
Calcium: 23 mg
Iron: 0.8 mg
Vitamin C: 14.5 mg
Beta Carotene: 274 mcg
Vitamin E: 1 mg

Source: Amy Joy Lanou, Ph.D.