Warm Asparagus with Tarragon Vinaigrette
Elevate your vegetable side dish game with this vibrant recipe for Warm Asparagus with Tarragon Vinaigrette. Featuring tender, blanched asparagus coated in a zesty dressing made with olive oil, white wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, and a touch of fragrant tarragon, this dish brings fresh flavors to your table in just 15 minutes. A hint of shallot, lemon zest, and optional Parmesan cheese rounds out the perfect balance of brightness and depth. Ideal as a sophisticated appetizer or a light side dish, this recipe showcases seasonal ingredients at their best, making it a go-to addition for springtime meals or elegant dinner parties. Serve it warm for optimal flavor and texture!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound fresh asparagus
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 2 teaspoons fresh tarragon leaves, finely chopped
- 1 small shallot, finely minced
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons optional: grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
Trim the woody ends off 1 pound of fresh asparagus. Rinse well and pat dry.
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Prepare a large bowl filled with ice water.
Add the asparagus to the boiling water and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until bright green and slightly tender. Immediately transfer the asparagus to the ice water to stop the cooking process. Drain and set aside.
In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tablespoons of olive oil, 1 tablespoon of white wine vinegar, 1 teaspoon of Dijon mustard, 2 teaspoons of finely chopped fresh tarragon leaves, 1 small minced shallot, 0.5 teaspoons of salt, 0.25 teaspoons of freshly ground black pepper, and 1 teaspoon of lemon zest to create the vinaigrette.
Arrange the blanched asparagus on a serving platter. Drizzle the tarragon vinaigrette over the asparagus while it’s still slightly warm.
Optional: Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of grated Parmesan cheese over the top for added flavor.
Serve immediately as a warm side dish or appetizer. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
128 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 11.1 g | 14% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.9 g | 10% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 2 mg | 1% | |
| Sodium | 315 mg | 14% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 5.6 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.6 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.9 g | ||
| Protein | 3.5 g | 7% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 61 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 2.8 mg | 15% | |
| Potassium | 252 mg | 5% | |
*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.
