Spanish Tapas Asparagus W Orange and Lemon Sauce
Brighten up your tapas table with this vibrant Spanish Tapas Asparagus with Orange and Lemon Sauce! This dish features tender, lightly charred asparagus spears drizzled with a tangy citrus sauce infused with fresh-squeezed orange and lemon juice, a touch of honey, and a hint of smoked paprika. Prepared in just 20 minutes, it's a tantalizing balance of zesty, smoky, and slightly sweet flavors, complemented by the fresh zest of citrus and a sprinkle of parsley. Perfect as a warm or room-temperature appetizer, this recipe is an easy yet elegant addition to a Spanish-inspired tapas spread, showcasing simple ingredients with bold results. Indulge in the fresh, Mediterranean flair with every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams asparagus spears
- 1 large orange
- 1 medium lemon
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon parsley
Instructions
Wash and trim the asparagus spears by removing the tough woody ends. Set aside.
Zest the orange and lemon, then juice both fruits. Reserve the zest and juice in separate bowls.
Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves.
Heat 1 tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the asparagus spears to the skillet and sauté for 4-6 minutes, tossing occasionally, until they are tender and lightly charred. Remove from skillet and set aside on a serving dish.
In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil.
Add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds, stirring constantly to prevent browning.
Pour in the orange juice, lemon juice, and honey. Stir well and let the mixture simmer for 1-2 minutes until slightly reduced.
Stir in the smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Simmer for an additional 1 minute.
Remove the sauce from heat and drizzle it over the cooked asparagus spears.
Garnish the dish with the reserved orange and lemon zest along with chopped parsley.
Serve warm or at room temperature as part of a tapas spread. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
445 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.6 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.1 g | 20% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 602 mg | 26% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 47.4 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.6 g | 56% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.4 g | ||
| Protein | 12.3 g | 25% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 199 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 10.0 mg | 56% | |
| Potassium | 1240 mg | 26% | |
*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.
