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Pâté with Asparagus and Croquette

A quick and elegant plate: creamy pâté, crisp-tender asparagus, and a golden croquette, finished with fresh microgreens. Perfect for a light lunch or a fancy snack.

Total time
15 min
Servings
2
Calories
320
Protein
12g
Pâté with Asparagus and Croquette
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Ingredients

  • 4 oz pâté
  • 8 spears asparagus
  • 2 croquettes
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • ½ cup microgreens

Instructions

  1. 1

    Trim the woody ends from the 8 asparagus spears and toss with 1 tbsp olive oil and 0.25 tsp salt.

  2. 2

    Heat a skillet over medium-high and cook the asparagus, turning occasionally, until bright green and tender-crisp, about 5 minutes.

  3. 3

    Warm the 2 croquettes in the same skillet over medium heat, turning, until golden and heated through, about 4 minutes.

  4. 4

    Slice the 4 oz pâté and arrange on a plate with the asparagus and croquettes.

  5. 5

    Top with 0.5 cup microgreens and serve immediately.

Tools you’ll need

  • skillet
  • knife
  • cutting board

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