Sautéed Asparagus with Lemon

Sautéed asparagus and snow peas are tossed with crisp radishes and a bright, herb-packed lemon dill oil in this simple spring side that tastes as fresh as the season.

There’s no better way to revive our winter-weary palates than with the arrival of spring produce. Once the season kicks in, you’ll almost always find a bunch of asparagus in my fridge—ready to be tucked into omelets, tossed into salads, or slurped up with noodles. But one of my favorite ways to enjoy it? A quick sauté.

This sautéed asparagus with lemon dill oil is spring on a plate—light, vibrant, and bursting with fresh flavor. It’s a dish that looks beautiful, tastes bright, and comes together in under 20 minutes, making it just as perfect for weeknight dinners as it is for spring brunches and lunches.

Quick and Easy Sautéed Asparagus Recipe

Sautéed asparagus is one of the easiest ways to make the most of this beloved spring vegetable. It comes together in minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights or as a fast but impressive side for weekend gatherings.

Whether you're looking for a healthy vegetable side dish or just something quick and colorful to perk up your plate, this recipe checks all the boxes. The asparagus and snow peas sauté quickly, keeping their crisp texture and sweet, grassy flavor. Radishes bring a pop of crunch and color, and the lemon dill oil adds a zesty, herbaceous finish that ties it all together.

It’s also naturally gluten-free, vegan, and endlessly adaptable—swap in whatever tender spring veggies you have on hand.

Ingredients for Sautéed Asparagus with Lemon Dill Oil

Here’s a quick look at what you’ll need. (As always, you’ll find the full ingredient list and step-by-step instructions in the recipe card at the bottom of the post.)

• Asparagus – One bunch, cut diagonally into 2-inch pieces. Look for slender stalks so they cook evenly and quickly.
• Olive Oil – Use a good-quality extra-virgin olive oil.
• Snow Peas – Trim and halve them diagonally. They bring a natural sweetness and crunch.
• Radishes – Add raw for color and crisp texture.
• Lemon Dill Oil – Made with fresh dill, parsley, lemon zest, olive oil, and salt.
• Seeds – Hemp seeds, sesame seeds, or your choice for garnish and texture.

Tips for Perfectly Sautéed Asparagus and Snow Peas

• Skip the blanching – High-heat sautéing cooks the vegetables quickly without the extra step.
• Use a large pan – You want enough space for everything to cook evenly and stay crisp-tender.
• Keep radishes raw – For the best crunch and color.
• Make extra lemon dill oil – It’s perfect for drizzling over salads, roasted potatoes, or grilled veggies.

How to Make Sautéed Asparagus with Lemon Dill Oil

Follow these simple steps for a flavorful spring vegetable side that’s ready in minutes.

1. Make the lemon dill oil: Add dill, parsley, lemon zest, olive oil, and salt to a small food processor. Pulse until blended and smooth.
2. Sauté the vegetables: Heat olive oil in a large skillet. Add asparagus and snow peas. Sauté for 3–5 minutes, stirring often, until just tender and bright green.
3. Assemble and serve: Toss sautéed veggies with sliced radishes and a few spoonfuls of the lemon dill oil. Sprinkle with seeds and serve warm.

More Asparagus Recipes:

• Grilled Lemon Asparagus
• Asparagus with Gremolata
• Spring Asparagus Salad

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Yield: 4 Servings

Sautéed Asparagus with Lemon

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 3 minutes

Total Time: 13 minutes

Sautéed asparagus and snow peas are tossed with crisp radishes and a deliciously fresh tasting lemon dill oil in this easy spring side.

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Ingredients

For the Lemon Dill Oil:

• ¼ cup fresh dill, stems removed
• ¼ cup fresh parsley, stems removed
• ¼ cup/ 60ml extra-virgin oil oil
• The zest of half a lemon
• ¼ teaspoon fine sea salt

For the Sautéed Asparagus and Snow Peas:

• 1 Tablespoon/15ml extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 bunch asparagus, stems trimmed and cut diagonally into 2-inch pieces
• 4oz/115g snow peas, strings removed and cut diagonally in half
• ¼ teaspoon fine sea salt
• 4oz/115g radishes, thinly sliced
• 2 Tablespoons/30ml lemon dill oil
• 2 Tablespoons/20g hemp seeds to top
• Lemon wedges for serving (optional)

Instructions

1. Place the dill, parsley, olive oil, lemon zest and salt in
   the bowl of a small food processor and pulse until blended and smooth.  Set aside.
2. Warm the olive oil in a large sauté pan over medium heat and
   add the asparagus and snap peas. Add salt and cook stirring frequently for
   approximately 2-3 minutes until bright green and crisp-tender.
3. Toss asparagus and snow peas with sliced radishes and 2
   Tablespoons of the lemon dill oil. Sprinkle with hemp seeds and serve with lemon wedges on the side if desired.
   

Notes

Notes:

Lemon dill oil can be made ahead of time. Use leftover lemon dill oil on potatoes, in salad dressings or over vegetables.

Dietary Info:

Gluten-Free, Grain-Free, Vegetarian, Vegan, Dairy-Free, Egg-Free, Nut-Free, Paleo

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Nutrition Information:

Yield:

4

Serving Size:

1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 299Total Fat: 30gSaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 26gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 281mgCarbohydrates: 7gFiber: 3gSugar: 3gProtein: 5g

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Sylvie

Sylvie Shirazi is the recipe developer and food photographer behind Gourmande in the Kitchen. For the last 10 years she's been making eating more healthfully easy and accessible with gluten-free, grain-free, paleo and vegan recipes that are free from processed ingredients.