Best 19 Asparagus And Green Beans With Tarragon Lemon Dip Recipes

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Asparagus and green beans are crisp, flavorful vegetables that are perfect for a variety of dishes. When paired with a tangy, lemony dip, they make a refreshing and flavorful appetizer or side dish. This recipe provides simple instructions for preparing asparagus and green beans, as well as a delicious tarragon lemon dip that perfectly complements the vegetables. The dip is made with just a few ingredients and can be prepared in just a few minutes, making it a great option for busy weeknights or last-minute gatherings.

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ASPARAGUS AND GREEN BEANS WITH TARRAGON LEMON DIP



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Tarragon balances the tangy flavor from lemon in the creamy sauce covering colorful asparagus and green beans. I serve this as a side dish as well as an appetizer. -Bonnie Hawkins, Elkhorn, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed
1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
1 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup lemon juice
1 shallot, finely chopped
2 tablespoons minced fresh tarragon or 2 teaspoons dried tarragon
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley or 2 teaspoons dried parsley flakes
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
Dash pepper

Steps:

  • Place 1 in. of water in a Dutch oven; add asparagus and beans. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 3-5 minutes or until crisp-tender., Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine the remaining ingredients. Drain vegetables; transfer to a serving platter. Drizzle with dip.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 183 calories, Fat 18g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 126mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

ASPARAGUS WITH CREAMY TARRAGON VINAIGRETTE



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Provided by Nancy Fuller

Categories     side-dish

Time 20m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 bunch asparagus, ends trimmed (about 1 pound 4 ounces)
2 tablespoons olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Spring mix lettuce, for serving
Creamy Herb Vinaigrette, recipe follows
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon chopped fresh tarragon
1/2 small shallot, minced

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Line a sheet tray with foil.
  • Add the asparagus in a single row to the prepared sheet tray. Drizzle with the olive oil, toss, and then season with some salt and pepper. Roast until tender, 15 minutes.
  • Serve on a bed of spring mix and drizzle with the Creamy Herb Vinaigrette.
  • Add the mayonnaise, vinegar, mustard, tarragon and shallots to a bowl and whisk until smooth and emulsified.

LEMON-GARLIC CHICKPEA DIP WITH VEGGIES AND CHIPS



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Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 5m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas, drained
1 clove garlic, cracked from skin
1 lemon, zested and juiced
4 to 5 sprigs fresh thyme leaves, stripped from stems
Coarse salt and pepper
A few drops hot sauce, to taste
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, eyeball it
4 ribs celery from the heart cut into dipping sticks, 4 inches long
1/2 seedless cucumber, cut into sticks
1 red bell pepper, trimmed and cut into sticks
1/2 pint grape tomatoes
1 sack reduced fat gourmet chips (recommended: Terra brand Garlic and Onion Yukon Gold flavor potato chips (50 percent less fat than regular chips))

Steps:

  • Combine the chickpeas, garlic, lemon zest and juice, thyme, salt and pepper and hot sauce in food processor. Turn processor on and stream in the extra-virgin olive oil. Transfer the dip to a dish and surround with veggies and chips. That'll keep the munching going on until dinner!

ASPARAGUS AND GREEN BEAN SALAD



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Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

Salt
1/2 pound green beans, trimmed of stems
3/4 pound regular or pencil asparagus, trimmed of rough ends, a small bundle
1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
1 cup flat-leaf parsley, a couple of handfuls
1 lemon, zested and juiced
1/2 cup basil, 12 leaves, a couple of handfuls
1 small clove garlic, cracked from skin
1/4 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano or Romano, a generous handful
1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil, eyeball it
Salt and pepper
2 plum tomatoes, seeded then thinly sliced lengthwise

Steps:

  • Bring 1-inch of water to a boil, add salt then green beans, cover and cook 2 minutes, then add asparagus and cook 3 minutes more. If using pencil asparagus, blanch for 1 to 2 minutes. Drain well and cold shock vegetables in ice water to stop cooking process. Drain the vegetables on clean kitchen towels to dry completely. Thinly slice the green beans lengthwise on an angle; pile them together and run your knife through them cutting them into 2-inch pieces. Halve the asparagus lengthwise if thicker, leave in spindles if thin, then cut the spears into 2-inch pieces on an angle. Combine the beans, asparagus, 1/2 cup of parsley and onion in a shallow bowl.
  • Combine the lemon zest and juice, remaining 1/2 cup of parsley and herbs in a food processor with cheese. Turn processor on and stream in extra-virgin olive oil. Season the dressing with salt and pepper and pour over the salad. Season the sliced tomatoes with salt and garnish salad with them.

GARLIC ASPARAGUS AND GREEN BEANS



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This recipe could not be easier. It's ready in minutes and is good hot, room temp or cold. If you like your green beans a little more tender you need to put them in the pan first to give them a little more cooking time. I make this when I have the ingredients fresh in the garden and the flavors are so bright and simple.You can add baby carrots too if you have them.

Provided by O. Romaine

Categories     Vegetable

Time 10m

Yield 4 cups, 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups fresh asparagus, cut into 1-inch sections
2 cups fresh green beans, snapped into 1-inch secions
2 tablespoons minced garlic
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1/4 cup baby carrots, strips (optional)
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar (optional)

Steps:

  • Heat a heavy bottom saute` pan to medium high. Add olive oil and swirl to coat pan. Add asparagus, green beans (and carrots if using) and stir well to coat vegetables with oil. Sprinkle in salt and pepper and add garlic. Stir constantly 1-2 minutes until garlic is lightly browned. Pour onto serving platter and add a splash of Balsamic vinegar to finish if desired. Can be served hot, room temp or cold.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 133.2, Fat 10.4, SaturatedFat 1.5, Sodium 453, Carbohydrate 9.2, Fiber 3.8, Sugar 2, Protein 3.5

GREEN BEAN AND ASPARAGUS SALAD



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Very tasty salad of roasted asparagus and green beans. I got the inspiration when I was indecisive about choosing between the two vegetables for a side dish. Roasting the vegetables brings out their great flavor and the addition of cherry tomatoes, onion, and fresh parsley give it a lovely color.

Provided by Sarah

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Tomatoes

Time 35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed and cut into bite-size pieces
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into bite-size pieces
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
½ red onion, chopped
2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
kosher salt to taste
ground black pepper to taste
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, or as desired

Steps:

  • Preheat an oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Toss green bean pieces and 1 tablespoon olive oil in a bowl until the green beans are evenly coated; spread onto a baking sheet.
  • Roast green beans in preheated oven until tender, about 10 minutes.
  • Toss asparagus pieces and 1 tablespoon oil in a bowl until the asparagus is evenly coated; spread onto the baking sheet with the partially roasted green beans.
  • Continue roasting the green bean and asparagus mixture until tender, 10 to 12 minutes.
  • Toss the roasted green beans and asparagus with red onion, cherry tomatoes, and parsley in a large bowl; season with kosher salt and black pepper. Drizzle with olive oil to taste, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 86.1 calories, Carbohydrate 8.8 g, Fat 5.3 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 2.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 59.3 mg, Sugar 2.1 g

WHITE BEAN AND ASPARAGUS SALAD WITH TARRAGON-LEMON DRESSING



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Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     salads and dressings

Time 20m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

8 ounces dried white beans or 2 (15-ounce) cans Great Northern or cannellini beans
Salt
2 bay leaves, if using dried beans
1 pound asparagus
1/2 cup tarragon leaves
1 teaspoon packed finely grated lemon zest
2 garlic cloves, peeled
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 large lemon, juiced, plus more to taste
1/2 cup olive oil

Steps:

  • If using canned beans, drain and rinse. If using dried beans, soak in plenty of water for 6 hours or overnight. Drain beans and transfer to a medium pot. Cover beans by 2 inches with water and add 1 1/2 teaspoons salt and the bay leaves. Simmer until just tender but not at all mushy, about 45 minutes to 1 1/2 hours, depending upon what kind of beans you're using. Drain.
  • Break off tough ends of the asparagus. Bring a medium pot of salted water to a boil and prepare a bowl with ice and cold water. Blanch trimmed asparagus for 1 1/2 minutes, or until just cooked through but still firm, then plunge them into the ice bath. Let sit for 5 minutes, then drain. Pat dry and slice diagonally into 1/2-inch pieces.
  • In a blender or food processor, combine tarragon, lemon zest, garlic, 1 teaspoon salt, the black pepper and the lemon juice, and process until garlic is chopped. Pour in olive oil. Process until mixture is well blended and bright green, about 1 minute.
  • In a large mixing bowl, gently toss together beans, asparagus and dressing. Taste and add more lemon juice and salt if needed.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 318, UnsaturatedFat 15 grams, Carbohydrate 29 grams, Fat 19 grams, Fiber 8 grams, Protein 12 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 346 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams

ASPARAGUS WITH TARRAGON LEMON SAUCE



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With its fresh taste and minimal prep work, I'm sure you'll love this easy asparagus recipe. -Patricia Swart, Galloway, New Jersey

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 15m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 pounds fresh asparagus, trimmed
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons fat-free milk
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 teaspoons minced fresh tarragon
Dash salt

Steps:

  • Place asparagus in a steamer basket; place in a large saucepan over 1 in. of water. Bring to a boil; cover and steam for 3-5 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain., Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine olive oil and flour. Gradually stir in milk until smooth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1 minute or until thickened. Remove from the heat. Stir in the lemon juice, tarragon and salt. Serve with asparagus.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 83 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 36mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

ASPARAGUS AND GREEN BEANS WITH TARRAGON LEMON



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Categories     Condiment/Spread     Vegetable     Appetizer

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 lb. of fresh asparagus
1 lb. of fresh green beans
1 cup mayonnaise
1 small shallot finely chopped
1 lemon (zest and juice)
2 Tbs. fresh tarragon
2 Tbs. chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
Black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • In large skillet cook asparagus spears and green beans in 1 inch of salted boiling water, covered, 3 or 4 minutes. Drain and cool the vegetables and arrange them on a serving plate. Combine dip ingredients in a small bowl and garnish with sprigs of parsley and tarragon and set alongside vegetables on the serving dish.

GREEN BEAN AND ASPARAGUS SALAD WITH CRISPY PROSCIUTTO AND WARM LEMON DRESSING



Green Bean and Asparagus Salad with Crispy Prosciutto and Warm Lemon Dressing image

Provided by Roger Mooking

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

8 pieces prosciutto, thinly sliced and cut into 1-inch pieces
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 shallot, diced
1/4 cup sliced skinless almonds
1/4 cup sultana (golden) raisins
1/4 cup raisins
1/4 cup pitted kalamata olives
Juice of 1 lemon
1 teaspoons honey
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
8 ounces green beans, trimmed and blanched in salted water
1 bunch asparagus, bottoms trimmed and blanched in salted water

Steps:

  • For the crispy prosciutto:
  • Heat a nonstick saute pan over medium-high heat. Put the prosciutto pieces in the pan and cook until crisp. Remove the prosciutto from the heat and reserve for the green bean and asparagus salad.
  • For the warm lemon dressing:
  • Put 1 tablespoon olive oil in a pan over medium- high heat. Add the shallots and season with salt. Saute the shallots until tender. Add the almonds, raisins, and olives, and mix to incorporate. Add the lemon juice and honey, stir to combine. Add the remaining olive oil, season with salt and pepper and remove from the heat.
  • For the green bean and asparagus salad:
  • Cut the green beans and asparagus into 1-inch pieces and put in a bowl. Pour the warm lemon dressing over the green beans and asparagus. Toss to combine and garnish with the crispy prosciutto.

ASPARAGUS AND GREEN BEANS WITH TARRAGON LEMON DIP



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Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 9m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound asparagus, trimmed
1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
Salt
1 cup mayonnaise
1 lemon, zested and juiced
1 small shallot, finely chopped
2 tablespoons chopped fresh tarragon, (4 sprigs), chopped, plus sprigs for garnish
2 tablespoons chopped parsley leaves, plus sprigs for garnish
Few grinds freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Cook asparagus spears and green beans in 1-inch of salted boiling water, covered, for 3 or 4 minutes. Drain and cool the vegetables and arrange them on a serving plate. Combine the dip ingredients in a small bowl and garnish with sprigs of parsley and tarragon and set dip along side vegetables on serving dish.

SHRIMP WITH LEMON, TARRAGON, GREEN BEANS, AND PEAS



Shrimp with Lemon, Tarragon, Green Beans, and Peas image

Categories     Citrus     Sauté     Shrimp     Leek     Green Bean     Pea     Tarragon     Boil     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 4 main-course servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

3/4 cup (1 1/2 sticks) unsalted butter, room temperature
1/2 cup minced fresh tarragon plus sprigs from 1 package fresh tarragon (tied together)
4 teaspoons minced fresh chives
2 1/2 teaspoons grated lemon peel
4 cups chopped leeks (white and pale green parts only)
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
12 ounces green beans, trimmed, cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces
2 cups frozen petite peas
16 uncooked jumbo shrimp, peeled, deveined, shells reserved
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

Steps:

  • Mix butter, minced tarragon, chives, and lemon peel in small bowl.
  • Melt 2 tablespoons herb butter in large skillet over medium heat. Add leeks and thyme; sauté 5 minutes. Reduce heat to medium-low; sauté until very tender, about 6 minutes longer.
  • Bring 8 cups water and tarragon sprigs to boil in large saucepan over high heat. Add beans and cook until crisp-tender, about 4 minutes. Using slotted spoon, transfer beans to bowl of ice water. Add peas to boiling water; cook 2 minutes. Using slotted spoon, transfer peas to bowl with beans; drain. Add shrimp to saucepan, reduce heat, and simmer until opaque in center, about 2 minutes. Using slotted spoon, transfer shrimp to small bowl. Add shells to saucepan; boil until liquid is reduced to 1/4 cup, about 40 minutes. Discard shells and tarragon sprigs. Stir lemon juice into cooking liquid. Remove pan from heat; whisk in remaining herb butter. Stir in shrimp. Reheat leeks. Stir in beans and peas. Serve shrimp with sauce alongside vegetables.

ASPARAGUS AND GREEN BEANS WITH TARRAGON LEMON DIP



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Make and share this Asparagus and Green Beans with Tarragon Lemon Dip recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Shellbelle

Categories     Vegetable

Time 10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 lb asparagus, trimmed
1 lb fresh green beans, trimmed
1 cup mayonnaise
1 lemon, zested and juiced
2 tablespoons chopped fresh tarragon
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley leaves

Steps:

  • Cook asparagus and green beans in 1 inch salted boiling water, covered, for 5 minutes.
  • Drain, cool and arrange on a serving plate.
  • Combine the dip ingredients in a small bowl and garnish with sprigs of parsley and tarragon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 302.4, Fat 20.3, SaturatedFat 3, Cholesterol 15.3, Sodium 443.8, Carbohydrate 31, Fiber 7.6, Sugar 6.8, Protein 6.2

ASPARAGUS WITH TARRAGON BUTTER



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Make and share this Asparagus with Tarragon Butter recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Evie3234

Categories     Vegetable

Time 18m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1/2 lbs fresh asparagus
1/2 cup butter
2 tablespoons chopped fresh tarragon
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
grated lemon, rind of
1 tablespoon lemon juice
salt and black pepper

Steps:

  • Trim woody ends from asparagus.
  • Place the asparagus in a large frying pan with about 1 inch of boiling water.
  • Cover with lid and cook for about 6-8 minutes, until the asparagus is tender but still firm.
  • Drain well.
  • Arrange the asparagus spears on a warmed serving dish.
  • Make the tarragon butter by creaming together the remaining ingredients; heat it gently and pour over asparagus.
  • Serve at once.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 245.9, Fat 23.4, SaturatedFat 14.7, Cholesterol 61, Sodium 168.9, Carbohydrate 8.2, Fiber 3.8, Sugar 3.3, Protein 4.6

LEMON TARRAGON GREEN BEANS



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Categories     Side     Quick & Easy     Lemon     Green Bean     Summer     Chill     Tarragon     Gourmet

Yield Serves 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 pounds green beans, trimmed
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, or to taste
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh tarragon leaves, or to taste
Garnish: tarragon sprigs

Steps:

  • In a large kettle of boiling salted water blanch beans in 2 batches 2 to 3 minutes, or until just tender. With a slotted spoon transfer beans as blanched to a large bowl filled with ice and cold water. Drain beans well and pat dry, Beans may be prepared up to this point 1 day ahead and chilled covered.
  • Just before serving, in a large bowl toss together beans, oil, lemon juice, tarragon, and salt and pepper to taste. Serve beans garnished with tarragon sprigs.

WHITE BEAN AND ASPARAGUS SALAD WITH TARRAGON-LEMON DRESSING



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Make and share this White Bean and Asparagus Salad With Tarragon-Lemon Dressing recipe from Food.com.

Provided by lecole54

Categories     Beans

Time 25m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 (15 ounce) cans great northern beans or 2 (15 ounce) cans cannellini beans
salt, to taste
2 bay leaves, if using dried beans
1 lb asparagus
1/2 cup tarragon leaf
1 teaspoon lemon zest, packed & finely grated
2 garlic cloves, peeled
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1 large lemon, juiced, plus more to taste

Steps:

  • If using canned beans, drain and rinse. If using dried beans, soak in plenty of water for 6 hours or overnight. Drain beans and transfer to a medium pot. Cover beans by 2 inches with water and add 1 1/2 teaspoons salt and the bay leaves. Simmer until just tender but not at all mushy, about 45 minutes to 1 1/2 hours, depending upon what kind of beans you're using. Drain.
  • Break off tough ends of the asparagus. Bring a medium pot of salted water to a boil and prepare a bowl with ice and cold water. Blanch trimmed asparagus for 1 1/2 minutes, or until just cooked through but still firm, then plunge them into the ice bath. Let sit for 5 minutes, then drain. Pat dry and slice diagonally into 1/2-inch pieces.
  • In a blender or food processor, combine tarragon, lemon zest, garlic, 1 teaspoon salt, the black pepper and the lemon juice, and process until garlic is chopped. Pour in olive oil. Process until mixture is well blended and bright green, about 1 minute.
  • In a large mixing bowl, gently toss together beans, asparagus and dressing. Taste and add more lemon juice and salt if needed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 233.4, Fat 1.1, SaturatedFat 0.3, Sodium 27.9, Carbohydrate 43.3, Fiber 11.9, Sugar 3.2, Protein 17.1

ASPARAGUS WITH TARRAGON DIPPING SAUCE



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Make and share this Asparagus with Tarragon Dipping Sauce recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Bev I Am

Categories     Vegetable

Time 12m

Yield 20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 lbs thin asparagus, cut into 5 inch spears
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons minced shallots
2 tablespoons chopped fresh tarragon
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
1 pinch ground red pepper

Steps:

  • Bring 4 quarts of salted water to a boil in a large pot.
  • Add the asparagus, return to a boil, and cook about 2 minutes or until just tender.
  • Rinse and drain under cold running water.
  • Pat asparagus dry with paper towels.
  • For tarragon sauce, combine the mayonnaise, sour cream, shallots, tarragon, lemon juice, salt, freshly ground pepper, and red pepper in a small bowl until well mixed.
  • Arrange asparagus on a platter and serve with tarragon sauce.
  • Makes 20 servings.
  • Make-Ahead Tip: Prepare asparagus and sauce as directed above.
  • Wrap and refrigerate asparagus and sauce for up to 24 hours.

ASPARAGUS WITH MORELS AND TARRAGON



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Categories     Citrus     Herb     Mushroom     Onion     Vegetable     Side     Sauté     Vegetarian     Spring     Gourmet     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound white asparagus, trimmed, peeled, and cut into 2-inch pieces
1 pound green asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
3/4 stick (6 tablespoons) unsalted butter, cut into tablespoon pieces
1/2 cup finely chopped shallots (2 large)
1/4 pound fresh morels, cleaned and halved lengthwise if large
1 tablespoon chopped fresh tarragon
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
Garnish: chopped fresh tarragon

Steps:

  • Cook white and green asparagus separately in a 5- to 6-quart pot of boiling salted water , uncovered, until just tender, about 5 minutes for white asparagus; about 3 minutes for green asparagus.
  • Transfer asparagus with a slotted spoon to a colander and rinse under cold water (to stop cooking), then drain again. Pat dry.
  • Heat 3 tablespoons butter in a 12-inch heavy skillet over moderately high heat until foam subsides, then sauté shallots, stirring, until golden brown, about 2 minutes. Add morels and sauté, stirring frequently, until tender, about 5 minutes. Add asparagus, tarragon, salt, pepper, and remaining 3 tablespoons butter and sauté, stirring, until heated through, about 3 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in lemon juice. Serve immediately.

ASPARAGUS WITH TARRAGON SHERRY VINAIGRETTE



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Categories     Egg     Steam     Vegetarian     Asparagus     Spring     Tarragon     Gourmet

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 lb medium asparagus, trimmed
1 tablespoon Sherry vinegar
2 teaspoons minced shallot
1/4 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 1/2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh tarragon
1 large egg, hard-boiled

Steps:

  • Steam asparagus on a steamer rack set over boiling water, covered, until just tender, 3 to 5 minutes (depending on thickness), then transfer to a bowl of ice water to stop cooking. Drain well and pat dry with paper towels.
  • Whisk together vinegar, shallot, mustard, salt, and pepper in a small bowl and add oil in a slow stream, whisking until emulsified. Whisk in tarragon.
  • Halve egg and force each half through a coarse sieve into a bowl. Toss asparagus with 1 tablespoon vinaigrette and divide among 4 plates. Spoon remaining dressing over asparagus and top with egg.

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh asparagus and green beans. If you can't find fresh asparagus, you can use frozen asparagus, but be sure to thaw it completely before using.
  • To blanch the asparagus and green beans, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the asparagus and green beans and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the vegetables are bright green and tender. Immediately remove the vegetables from the boiling water and place them in a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process.
  • To make the tarragon lemon dip, simply whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, tarragon, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Taste the dip and adjust the seasonings as needed.
  • Serve the asparagus and green beans with the tarragon lemon dip as an appetizer or side dish. You can also use the dip as a dressing for salads or as a spread for sandwiches.

Conclusion:

Asparagus and green beans with tarragon lemon dip is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. The asparagus and green beans are blanched to perfection and the tarragon lemon dip is creamy, tangy, and flavorful. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends!

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