ASPARAGUS WITH TOASTED PINE NUTS & LEMON VINAIGRETTE

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Asparagus with Toasted Pine Nuts & Lemon Vinaigrette image

Provided by linda mcdougal

Categories     Vegetables

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lb fresh asparagus
3 Tbsp pine nuts
1/4 c olive oil
1 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
1 garlic clove, crushed
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp basil, dried
1/2 tsp oregano, dried
1 freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • 1. Snap off tough ends of asparagus.
  • 2. Remove scales from stalks with knife or vegetable peeler, if desired.
  • 3. Place spears in a steaming rack over boiling water; cover and steam 4-5 minutes or until spears are crisp-tender.
  • 4. Transfer to a serving platter.
  • 5. Sautee pine nuts in a small skillet over medium heat 2-3 minutes, until browned.
  • 6. Set aside.
  • 7. Combine olive oil and remaining ingredients in a medium saucepan; stir with a wire whisk to blend.
  • 8. Cook over medium heat 2-3 minutes or until thoroughly heated, stirring constantly.
  • 9. Pour over asparagus.
  • 10. Sprinkle with pine nuts.
  • 11. Let stand to room temperature before serving.

anju Sebastian
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I'm allergic to nuts, so I substituted sunflower seeds in this recipe. It was still very tasty!


Rulun Geoffs
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This recipe is a great base, but it's also very versatile. I've experimented with different types of nuts and vinaigrettes and it's always delicious.


Heet Keet
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I thought the lemon vinaigrette was a bit too overpowering. Next time I'll use less lemon juice.


Randa Ashraf
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I'm not sure what went wrong, but my asparagus turned out mushy. :(


Ariyan Ovi
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I added some grilled chicken to this dish and it was a complete meal. So good!


Tokoloho Mofokeng
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Great recipe for a quick and easy side dish.


Olugbemi Fumilayo
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I've made this dish several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The asparagus is always perfectly cooked and the lemon vinaigrette is divine.


Darius Camargo
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This dish was a hit at my dinner party. Everyone raved about how delicious the asparagus was. Thanks for sharing this recipe!


Trystan Suriel
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Not a fan of asparagus, but this recipe changed my mind! The lemon vinaigrette was a great touch.


Tabinda rahat
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Easy and delicious. I used a bit less lemon juice in the vinaigrette, but it was still very flavorful.


Ahmed Sohel
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Followed the recipe and it turned out great! Asparagus is one of my favorite vegetables and this dish really brought out its flavor. The combination of toasted pine nuts and lemon vinaigrette was perfect.


Laytol Cayrus
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This asparagus dish was a delightful culinary experience! The toasted pine nuts added a delightful crunch, while the lemon vinaigrette provided a refreshing tang. The asparagus was cooked to perfection, retaining its vibrant green color and tender-cr