Ingredient

• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 2 pounds asparagus, cut on the bias into 2-inch pieces
• 1 teaspoon coarse salt
• Rounded 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• Juice of one lemon
• Shaved Parmesan cheese, to taste

• Step 1

  Heat oil in a large skillet over high heat. When oil shimmers, add asparagus, salt, and pepper. Saute, stirring frequently, until asparagus is crisp-tender, about 3 minutes.

• Step 2

  Stir in lemon zest and cook 1 minute more.

• Step 3

  Add lemon juice to skillet and stir a few times. Remove from heat, transfer to a serving platter, and shave Parmesan over top. Serve immediately.