Marinated Asparagus
Elevate your side dish game with this vibrant and refreshing Marinated Asparagus recipe! Perfectly blanched asparagus spears are infused with a tangy, garlicky vinaigrette made from olive oil, lemon juice, white wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, and a touch of honey for balance. A sprinkle of freshly chopped parsley adds a final flourish of flavor and color. This quick and easy dish, ready in just 15 minutes of prep and cook time (plus marinating), is ideal for spring gatherings, holiday dinners, or a light, make-ahead appetizer. Serve it chilled or at room temperature to experience the crisp-tender texture and bold, zesty flavor in every bite. Keywords: marinated asparagus recipe, easy asparagus appetizer, tangy asparagus side dish.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound fresh asparagus
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
- 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
2. Trim the woody ends of the asparagus and rinse them under cold water.
3. Add the asparagus to the boiling water and blanch for 2–3 minutes, or until just tender but still vibrant green.
4. Immediately transfer the asparagus to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Let them cool for 2–3 minutes and then drain well.
5. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, white wine vinegar, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using) to create the vinaigrette.
6. Arrange the blanched asparagus in a shallow dish and pour the vinaigrette over them. Toss gently to coat evenly.
7. Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. (For best results, marinate for 2–4 hours.)
8. Before serving, sprinkle the marinated asparagus with fresh parsley for a burst of color and flavor.
9. Serve chilled or at room temperature as a side dish or appetizer.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
524 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 43.9 g | 56% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.5 g | 32% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1312 mg | 57% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 28.4 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.2 g | 36% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.1 g | ||
| Protein | 11.0 g | 22% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 143 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 10.9 mg | 61% | |
| Potassium | 1066 mg | 23% | |
*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.
