Best 9 Asparagus With Fresh Herbs Recipes

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Asparagus with fresh herbs is a delightful and flavorful dish that combines the delicate taste of asparagus with the aromatic and vibrant flavors of fresh herbs. This classic springtime dish is a great way to showcase the season's bounty and enjoy the natural goodness of fresh ingredients. Whether you prefer a simple sauté or a more elaborate gratin, there are countless ways to prepare and enjoy this delicious vegetable. So gather your fresh herbs and asparagus, and let's embark on a culinary journey to discover the best recipe for this delightful dish.

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HERBED FRESH ASPARAGUS



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Basil, rosemary and thyme make for a fresh and flavorful combination in this easy and elegant side dish. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2 teaspoons olive oil
1/4 cup roasted sweet red peppers, drained and chopped
2 tablespoons chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, bring 1/2 in. of water to a boil. Add asparagus; cover and boil for 3-5 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain and keep warm., In the same skillet, saute garlic and seasonings in oil until tender. Add the asparagus, red peppers and walnuts; heat through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 66 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 136mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

ASPARAGUS SOUP WITH HERBS



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The fresh flavor of herbs shines through in this special soup. Because it calls for frozen asparagus, you can make it any time of year.-Bev Smith, Ferndale, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 55m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 large onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) chicken broth
1 cup minced fresh parsley
1 large carrot, cut into 1-inch pieces
5 fresh basil leaves, minced
1 to 2 teaspoons minced fresh tarragon
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
Dash cayenne pepper
1 package (10 ounces) frozen asparagus spears, thawed
Sour cream and chopped tomatoes, optional

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, saute onion and garlic in oil until tender. Stir in the broth, parsley, carrot, basil, tarragon, salt, pepper and cayenne. Cut asparagus into 1-in. pieces; set tips aside. Add asparagus pieces to saucepan. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Cool slightly., Puree soup in batches in a blender. Return to the saucepan. Stir in asparagus tips; cook for 5 minutes or until crisp-tender. Garnish with sour cream and tomatoes if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 114 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 722mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

ASPARAGUS WITH OLIVE OIL & HERBS



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I love the spring when fresh asparagus is available! This recipe is from "Come For Dinner" by Leslie Revsin.

Provided by CountryLady

Categories     Vegetable

Time 25m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
2 1/4 lbs asparagus, woody ends removed
salt & pepper
1/2 cup of fresh mint, chopped (or 2 1/4 tsp dried mint)
2 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

Steps:

  • Mix parsley, garlic& oil in a 9 x 13 inch baking dish.
  • Add asparagus& mix to ensure that all stalks are covered with oil mixture.
  • Place asparagus into a skillet large enough for the asparagus to lie flat in no more than 2 layers.
  • Season with salt& pepper.
  • Cover& cook over medium-high heat until sizzling.
  • Reduce heat to low& simmer until asparagus is tender but not mushy, 10- 20 minutes.
  • Transfer to serving platter& sprinkle mint over top.
  • Stir lemon juice into the pan juices, season to taste& pour over asparagus.
  • Serve hot or at room temperature.

ASPARAGUS WITH FRESH HERBS



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Provided by Moira Hodgson

Categories     easy, quick, side dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 pounds asparagus
10 fresh basil leaves
4 fresh mint leaves
Juice of 2 lemons
1 small bunch fresh chives
6 sprigs flat-leaf parsley
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil

Steps:

  • Stand asparagus, tips up, in two inches of water and steam, covered, until still slightly al dente. Remove to a serving platter.
  • Meanwhile, make sauce. Combine basil, mint, lemon juice, chives, parsley, salt and pepper in blender or food processor. Add two tablespoons olive oil. Blend until smooth, adding more oil if necessary. You will probably need 3 to 4 tablespoons.
  • Correct seasonings and pour sauce over asparagus. Serve at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 117, UnsaturatedFat 6 grams, Carbohydrate 12 grams, Fat 7 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 6 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 624 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams

FRESH ASPARAGUS WITH LEMON-HERB SAUCE



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Make and share this Fresh Asparagus With Lemon-Herb Sauce recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Vegetable

Time 25m

Yield 3-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 cups chicken broth
1 1/2 lbs thin asparagus spears, ends trimmed (can use a little more)
4 tablespoons olive oil, divided
3 green onions, chopped
1/4 cup minced shallot
1 teaspoon sugar
1 tablespoon minced garlic (or more to taste)
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 -2 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon peel (can use more)
salt
lemon pepper (or use black pepper)
chopped green onion, for sprinkling

Steps:

  • Bring the chicken broth to a boil in a large pot.
  • Add in the asparagus; cook until just crisp-tender (about 4 minutes).
  • Uning large tongs remove the asparagus to a bowl of ice water (reserve 1 cup of the chicken broth).
  • Drain the asparagus and pat very dry with paper towels.
  • Heat 3 tablespoons oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  • Add in the chopped green onions, shallots and sugar; saute until the onions and shallots are tender (about 5 minutes).
  • Add in garlic; saute 2 minutes.
  • Add in the reserved 1 cup broth, 1 tablespoons oil, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, thyme and lemon peel; simmer until slightly thickened and the liquid is reduced to about 1-1/4 cups (about 5 minutes).
  • Season with salt and pepper.
  • Cool to room temperature.
  • Arrange the asparagus on a platter.
  • Spoon the prepared lemon sauce over, then sprinkle with more chopped green onions.

ROASTED WHITE ASPARAGUS WITH HERBES DE PROVENCE



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White asparagus roasted with herbes de Provence. Nice accompaniment to your favorite French Dish.

Provided by Howard

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Asparagus     Baked

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 bunch white asparagus
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 ½ teaspoons herbes de Provence
¼ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Trim 1 1/2 inches off the bottom of each asparagus stalk. Lay flat on a cutting board and peel off outer layer.
  • Transfer to a casserole dish and brush with olive oil. Sprinkle herbes de Provence, salt, and black pepper over asparagus.
  • Roast in the preheated oven until lightly browned, about 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 82.5 calories, Carbohydrate 4.4 g, Fat 6.9 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 2.5 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 147.8 mg, Sugar 2.1 g

STEAMED ASPARAGUS WITH HERB SAUCE



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Provided by Moira Hodgson

Categories     easy, side dish

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 pounds asparagus
10 fresh basil leaves
4 sprigs watercress, plus additional watercress for garnish
5 large mint leaves
1 small handful parsley
1 tablespoon chopped chives
Course salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Wash the asparagus carefully and gently scrape them to remove all trace of soil. Tie together, according to size, with string. Put the asparagus into two inches of boiling, salted water. Cook, covered, for 15 to 20 minutes, according to size; the asparagus should remain al dente. Drain and put into cold water briefly to cool rapidly and to maintain color. Drain on paper towels, then place on a round platter, tips toward the center.
  • Prepare a sauce with the remaining ingredients. Place all the herbs except for the additional watercress in a blender, add the salt and pepper, and blend for a second. Add the lemon juice and then the oil in a trickle to the blender on low speed. Pour the sauce over the cooled asparagus. Garnish with the reserved watercress. Serve at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 155, UnsaturatedFat 10 grams, Carbohydrate 10 grams, Fat 12 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 5 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 576 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams

ASPARAGUS, GREEN ONION, CUCUMBER, AND HERB SALAD



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Provided by Scott Peacock

Categories     Salad     Onion     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Low Cal     High Fiber     Low Sodium     Mint     Asparagus     Cucumber     Healthy     Low Cholesterol     Tarragon     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

Dressing:
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon coarse kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
3/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Salad:
3 pounds medium asparagus, trimmed
4 cups thinly sliced green onions
3 cups 1/4-inch cubes peeled seeded Kirby or English hothouse cucumbers
1 tablespoon chopped fresh Italian parsley
1 tablespoon chopped fresh chervil
1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives
1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint
2 teaspoons chopped fresh tarragon

Steps:

  • For dressing:
  • Whisk first 5 ingredients in small bowl. Gradually whisk in oil.
  • DO AHEAD: Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate. Bring to room temperature and rewhisk beforeusing.
  • For salad:
  • Fill large bowl with lightly salted ice water; stir until salt dissolves. Cook asparagus in large pot of boiling salted water until crisp-tender, about 3 minutes. Drain, reserving 3 cups cooking liquid. Transfer asparagus to bowl of salted ice water to cool. Place green onions in another large bowl; pour hot reserved asparagus cooking liquid over onions and let stand until cool, about 30 minutes. Drain asparagus and green onions well. Transfer onions to clean kitchen towel and squeeze dry. DO AHEAD: Asparagus and onions can be made 1 day ahead. Wrap separately in several layers of paper towels, then enclose in resealable plastic bags and refrigerate.
  • Combine green onions, cucumbers, and herbs in mixing bowl. Add dressing; toss to coat. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Arrange asparagus on platter. Spoon cucumber mixture over and serve.

ASPARAGUS WITH LEMON-HERB SAUCE



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Categories     Herb     Onion     Appetizer     Side     Sauté     Lemon     Asparagus     Spring     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 cups canned low-salt chicken broth
1 1/2 pounds thin asparagus spears, trimmed
2 tablespoons olive oil (preferably extra-virgin)
1 1/4 cups chopped green onions
1/3 cup minced shallots
1 teaspoon sugar
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 1/2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon minced fresh thyme
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon peel
1/2 cup diced seeded red bell peppers

Steps:

  • Bring broth to boil in large pot. Add asparagus; cook until crisp-tender, about 4 minutes. Using tongs, transfer asparagus to large bowl of ice water. Reserve 1 cup broth in small bowl. Drain asparagus; pat dry. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Wrap asparagus in paper towels. Seal in plastic bag. Cover broth. Chill asparagus and broth.)
  • Heat 1 tablespoon oil in medium nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add 1 cup green onions, shallots and sugar. Sauté until onions and shallots are tender, about 5 minutes. Add garlic; sauté 2 minutes. Stir in reserved 1 cup broth, 1 tablespoon oil, mustard, lemon juice, thyme and lemon peel. Simmer until slightly thickened and liquid is reduced to 1 1/4 cups, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Cool to room temperature.
  • Arrange asparagus on platter. Spoon sauce over. Sprinkle with remaining 1/4 cup green onions and bell peppers.

Tips:

  • Choose fresh asparagus: Look for asparagus spears that are bright green and have tight tips. Avoid spears that are wilted, have brown spots, or feel woody.
  • Trim the asparagus: Cut off the tough ends of the asparagus spears, about 1 inch from the bottom.
  • Cook the asparagus properly: Asparagus can be cooked in a variety of ways, including boiling, steaming, roasting, and grilling. Be careful not to overcook the asparagus, as it will become mushy. For best results, cook the asparagus until it is tender-crisp.
  • Use fresh herbs: Fresh herbs add a lot of flavor to asparagus. Some good choices include basil, chives, dill, mint, and parsley.
  • Serve asparagus immediately: Asparagus is best served immediately after it is cooked. If you need to store asparagus, wrap it in a damp paper towel and place it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

Asparagus is a delicious and nutritious vegetable that can be enjoyed in a variety of ways. With its mild flavor and versatility, asparagus can be paired with a variety of ingredients and flavors. Whether you are looking for a simple side dish or a more complex main course, asparagus is a great choice. So next time you are looking for a healthy and delicious meal, give asparagus a try!

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