Easy Marinated Asparagus
Brighten up your appetizer or side dish game with this Easy Marinated Asparagus recipe! Tender, crisp asparagus spears are blanched to perfection, then bathed in a zesty marinade of olive oil, red wine vinegar, fresh lemon juice, garlic, and a hint of red pepper flakes for a subtle kick. This no-cook recipe is ready in just 15 minutes of prep and requires zero oven time, making it an effortless addition to any meal. Perfect for make-ahead occasions, the asparagus absorbs bold, tangy flavors in the fridge, offering a refreshing dish that’s as vibrant as it is versatile. Garnished with fresh parsley, this healthy, low-carb treat is delicious served chilled or at room temperature—ideal for picnics, dinner parties, or your next brunch spread.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound asparagus
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoons red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 tablespoons parsley (fresh, chopped)
Instructions
Trim the woody ends off the asparagus spears by snapping or cutting about 1 inch from the base.
Blanch the asparagus: Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add the asparagus and cook for 2-3 minutes, just until vibrant green and slightly tender. Immediately transfer the asparagus to an ice bath to stop the cooking and preserve the bright color.
Once cooled, drain the asparagus and pat dry with paper towels. Arrange them in a shallow dish or large resealable plastic bag.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using).
Pour the marinade over the asparagus, ensuring the spears are fully coated. Cover the dish with plastic wrap or seal the bag tightly.
Allow the asparagus to marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, or up to 8 hours for deeper flavor. Toss the asparagus periodically to redistribute the marinade.
Before serving, remove the asparagus from the marinade and arrange on a serving platter. Sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley for garnish.
Serve chilled or at room temperature and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
491 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 42.7 g | 55% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.7 g | 34% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1196 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 21.3 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.2 g | 36% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.1 g | ||
| Protein | 10.7 g | 21% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 143 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 10.8 mg | 60% | |
| Potassium | 1057 mg | 22% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
