Best 14 Asparagus With Pecan Vinagrette Recipes

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Asparagus with pecan vinaigrette is a light, refreshing, and flavorful dish that's perfect for a summer meal. The asparagus is roasted until tender and slightly charred, then tossed in a tangy and nutty vinaigrette made with pecans. This dish can be served as a side dish or as a main course, and it's sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

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ASPARAGUS WITH PECANS AND PARM



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This is a very elegant and easy side dish to serve for a special occasion.

Provided by Carrie Causey

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Asparagus

Time 20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 bunch asparagus spears, ends trimmed
2 tablespoons butter
1 (8 ounce) package sliced mushrooms
1 onion, minced
½ cup coarsely chopped pecans
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon dried basil
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Steam the asparagus spears in a basket-style steamer over boiling water until tender, 5 to 10 minutes. Drain and remove to a serving dish; keep warm.
  • Meanwhile, melt half of the butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once melted (it's ok if it begins to brown), stir in the sliced mushrooms, and cook until they brown, soften, and begin to release their liquid; pour into a serving dish, and set aside. Melt the remaining butter in the skillet, and stir in the onions. Cook until the onions soften and turn translucent, about 3 minutes. Season with garlic powder, basil, salt and pepper. Stir in the chopped pecans, and cook for a minute more.
  • Sprinkle the onion mixture with half of the Parmesan cheese, and stir in the reserved mushrooms. Pour over the asparagus in the serving dish and sprinkle with remaining cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 170.3 calories, Carbohydrate 7.8 g, Cholesterol 17.5 mg, Fat 13.6 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 7.2 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, Sodium 255.8 mg, Sugar 3.3 g

FRESH ASPARAGUS WITH PECANS



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This is one of my family's favorite special occasion dishes. We all love the fresh taste of asparagus and we know it's healthy, too! -Jennifer Clark, Blacksburg, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed
1/4 cup cider vinegar
1/4 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
2 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons chopped pecans, toasted

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, bring 3 cups water to a boil. Add asparagus; cover and boil for 3 minutes. Drain and immediately place asparagus in ice water. Drain and pat dry., In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the vinegar, soy sauce, sugar and oil. Add the asparagus; seal bag and turn to coat. Refrigerate for up to 3 hours. , Drain and discard marinade. Sprinkle asparagus with pecans.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 77 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 164mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

ASIAN ASPARAGUS SALAD WITH PECANS



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I served this for our Thanksgiving dinner and it was a BIG hit! It tastes better if marinated for at least 24 hours.

Provided by RUBY-MAMA

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Asparagus Salad Recipes

Time P1DT25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 pounds fresh asparagus, trimmed
¼ cup rice vinegar
¼ cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 teaspoons sugar
salt and pepper to taste
½ cup chopped pecans
1 tablespoon chopped green onions

Steps:

  • Bring a medium saucepan of water to a boil, and cook the asparagus until tender but crisp. Drain, and briefly immerse in cold water.
  • In a large, resealable plastic bag, mix the rice vinegar, soy sauce, vegetable oil, sugar, salt, and pepper. Seal the asparagus in the bag. Marinate 24 hours in the refrigerator. Sprinkle the marinated asparagus with pecans and green onion to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 108.7 calories, Carbohydrate 6.1 g, Fat 8.9 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 3.7 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 526 mg, Sugar 2.5 g

ASPARAGUS WITH MUSTARD VINAIGRETTE



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Here is an easy, springtime recipe that takes no time at all and puts the light flavors of the season right onto your table. Cooking time is key: both the asparagus and the eggs must be watched carefully. Arrange everything on a plate beautifully, and throw open the windows to spring.

Provided by David Tanis

Categories     quick, side dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 1/2 pounds large or medium asparagus
4 large eggs
1 small shallot, finely diced
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
Salt and pepper
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon finely cut chives

Steps:

  • Snap off and discard the tough bottoms of each asparagus spear. If using large thick asparagus, peel the lower ends with a vegetable peeler. Medium asparagus will not need peeling.
  • Bring a medium saucepan half filled with water to a boil, carefully add the eggs and simmer briskly for 9 minutes (10 minutes for a slightly firmer yolk). Transfer the eggs to a bowl of ice water to cool. Shell the eggs and set aside.
  • Make the vinaigrette: In a small bowl, place the shallots, vinegar and a pinch of salt. Let shallots soften for 5 minutes. Stir in the mustard to dissolve, then whisk in the olive oil to make a thick dressing. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • In a large stainless-steel soup pot bring 4 quarts of well-salted water to a rolling boil. Add the asparagus and cook for 3 to 5 minutes, until just done. Remove asparagus with a large strainer and spread out on a baking sheet lined with a clean kitchen towel. Asparagus may be served warm or at room temperature.
  • To serve, place asparagus on a platter or individual plates. Spoon the vinaigrette over the asparagus. Garnish with quartered eggs (or roughly chop the eggs if you prefer). Sprinkle with chives.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 160, UnsaturatedFat 10 grams, Carbohydrate 6 grams, Fat 13 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 7 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 403 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams, TransFat 0 grams

ASPARAGUS 'N' VINAIGRETTE



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"Living in the Midwest, we anticipate spring treats like fresh asparagus all winter long," affirms Mickey Kelly, Burnsville, Minnesota. "Our three small children can't help but snitch a taste when this dish is chilling in the fridge. I use the vinaigrette dressing on salads, sliced tomatoes and other steamed vegetables as well."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 pounds fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
2 green onions, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1/2 teaspoon reduced-sodium teriyaki sauce
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Place asparagus in a steamer basket. Place in a saucepan over 1 in. of water; bring to a boil. Cover; steam for 4-6 minutes or until crisp-tender. Immediately rinse in cold water. Place asparagus and green onions in a bowl., Whisk together the oil, vinegar, teriyaki sauce, sugar, salt and pepper. Pour over asparagus mixture; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours. Stir before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 74 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 206mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

ASPARAGUS WITH LEMON VINAIGRETTE



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Categories     Vegetable     Appetizer     Quick & Easy     Low Sodium     Summer     Boil     Gourmet

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 2

2 pounds thin asparagus
1/4 cup lemon vinaigrette

Steps:

  • Trim asparagus and have ready a large bowl of ice and cold water. In a large saucepan of boiling salted water cook asparagus until just tender, 3 to 4 minutes, and with tongs transfer to ice water to stop cooking. Drain asparagus well in a colander and pat dry.
  • Gently toss asparagus with vinaigrette and salt and pepper to taste.

COLD ASPARAGUS WITH VINAIGRETTE



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 5m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

Basic boiled asparagus (recipe above)
1 tablespoon wine vinegar
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Immediately before serving, toss the rinsed, drained, and dried asparagus with 1 tablespoon excellent wine vinegar and 2 to 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil. Season with salt and pepper.;

ASPARAGUS WITH PARMIGIANO-REGGIANO VINAIGRETTE



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Provided by Anne Burrell

Categories     side-dish

Time 15m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 bunch asparagus, stems snapped where they naturally want to break
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons grated Parmigiano-Reggiano
Kosher salt
1 hard boiled egg, white and yellow separated and crumbled

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of well salted water to a boil. Set up a bowl of well salted ice water. Place the trimmed asparagus in the boiling water and let the water come back to a rolling boil. Remove asparagus from the boiling water and plunge immediately into the ice water. Remove from the ice water, pat dry, and reserve.
  • In a small bowl combine the olive oil, red wine vinegar, and Parmigiano-Reggiano. Season with salt. Toss the asparagus in the vinaigrette. Arrange on a serving plate and sprinkle with the crumbled egg white and yellow.
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ASPARAGUS WITH WARM TARRAGON-PECAN VINAIGRETTE



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Make and share this Asparagus With Warm Tarragon-Pecan Vinaigrette recipe from Food.com.

Provided by hannahactually

Categories     Vegetable

Time 25m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 lbs fresh asparagus (the thinner, the better)
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 teaspoons sugar
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup minced pecans
1 tablespoon minced garlic
3/4 teaspoon salt
1 -2 tablespoon minced fresh tarragon (or 2 teaspoons dried)
black pepper

Steps:

  • Break off and discard the tough bottom ends of the asparagus, then slice the stalks on the diagonal into 1 1/2-inch pieces. Set aside.
  • Combine the vinegar and sugar in a small bowl and mix until the sugar dissolves. Set aside.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet. Add pecans, and sauté over medium-low heat for about 10 minutes, or until they are fragrant and lightly toasted.
  • Turn the heat to medium-high, and add the asparagus, garlic, and 1/2 teaspoon of the salt. Stir-fry for about 3 to 5 minutes, or until the asparagus is just barely tender. (Thicker asparagus will take longer.).
  • Add the vinegar mixture to the asparagus, stirring well. Cook over high heat for only about 30 seconds longer, then remove from heat.
  • Stir in the tarragon, the remaining salt, and black pepper to taste. Serve hot, warm, or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 296.9, Fat 26.7, SaturatedFat 2.7, Sodium 440.7, Carbohydrate 13.8, Fiber 6.3, Sugar 6.4, Protein 6.7

ASPARAGUS WITH CHINESE VINAIGRETTE



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Provided by Marian Burros

Categories     appetizer, side dish

Time 10m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

16 asparagus spears
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1/2 teaspoon canola oil
1/2 teaspoon reduced-sodium soy sauce
1 teaspoon rice vinegar

Steps:

  • Wash asparagus and break off tough part of stem. Steam about 5 minutes, until tender but still firm.
  • In serving dish, whisk sesame oil, canola oil, soy sauce and vinegar.
  • When asparagus is cooked, drain and stir into dressing.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 37, UnsaturatedFat 3 grams, Carbohydrate 1 gram, Fat 3 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 1 gram, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 41 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram, TransFat 0 grams

ASPARAGUS VINAIGRETTE



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Asparagus is at its flavorful best for only a short time, usually between March and May, when you'll want to avail yourself of its abundance. There are, of course, a number of ways to prepare and serve asparagus, but this method, in which it is paired with a savory vinaigrette, is one of Martha's seasonal favorites.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dinner Recipes     Dinner Side Dishes

Number Of Ingredients 9

Coarse salt
2 bunches asparagus (about 2 pounds), trimmed
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 1/2 tablespoons champagne vinegar
Pinch of sugar
Freshly ground pepper
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon lemon zest
1/2 teaspoon finely chopped fresh tarragon

Steps:

  • Prepare an ice-water bath; set aside. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add a generous amount of salt, and the asparagus. Return to a boil, and cook until asparagus are bright green and tender, about 3 minutes. Transfer to ice bath to cool. Drain well, pat dry, and transfer to a serving platter.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together mustard, vinegar, and sugar. Season with a pinch each of salt and pepper. Whisk in oil. Add lemon zest and tarragon; whisk to combine. Taste, and adjust for seasoning. Drizzle over asparagus. Serve immediately, or let stand at room temperature for up to 30 minutes before serving.

ASPARAGUS WITH TOMATO VINAIGRETTE



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Provided by Luisa de la Hija

Categories     Egg     Tomato     Vegetable     Side     Picnic     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Asparagus     Bell Pepper     Spring     Healthy     Bon Appétit     Spain

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound large asparagus spears, trimmed
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
1 small tomato, finely chopped
1/4 green bell pepper, finely chopped
1 green onion, finely chopped
1 tablespoon chopped parsley
1 hard-boiled egg, finely chopped

Steps:

  • Cook asparagus in large pot of boiling salted water until just tender, about 5 minutes. Drain. Refresh under cold running water and drain thoroughly. Arrange asparagus on large platter. Cover and refrigerate until cold.
  • Whisk oil and vinegar to blend in small bowl. Add tomato, bell pepper, green onion and parsley. Season with salt and pepper. (Can be prepared 3 hours ahead. Let stand at room temperature.)
  • Spoon half of vinaigrette over asparagus. Garnish with egg. Pass remaining dressing separately.

LITTLE GEMS, ASPARAGUS, AND PEAS WITH CREAMY MUSTARD VINAIGRETTE



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This pretty composed salad is oh so very spring. It's a tumble of asparagus, peas, and Little Gem lettuces, which have the crunch of romaine but small enough leaves that you can serve them whole. The make-ahead tangy mustard vinaigrette has a surprise ingredient: nigella seeds. They provide a delicate allium note-like scallions, only subtler.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Breakfast & Brunch Recipes

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 small bunch asparagus (12 ounces), cut into 1-inch pieces (2 cups)
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1 cup shelled fresh or unthawed frozen peas
2 tablespoons heavy cream
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon white-wine vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
2 teaspoons nigella seeds
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
4 heads Little Gem lettuces, leaves separated

Steps:

  • Prepare an ice bath. Cook asparagus in a small pot of generously salted boiling water 1 minute. Add peas; cook 15 seconds more. Drain vegetables and transfer to ice bath until cold. Drain and pat dry.
  • In a jar with a resealable lid, combine cream, lemon juice, vinegar, mustard, nigella seeds, and oil; generously season with salt and pepper. Seal lid and shake vigorously until thick and creamy. Toss asparagus and peas with enough dressing to lightly coat.
  • Toss lettuce leaves with more dressing to lightly coat and arrange on a platter in a single layer. Top leaves evenly with asparagus mixture, and serve with remaining dressing alongside.

ASPARAGUS WITH RASPBERRY VINAIGRETTE



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Make and share this Asparagus With Raspberry Vinaigrette recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Shirl J 831

Categories     Vegetable

Time 23m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon raspberry vinegar
1/2 teaspoon honey
1 lb fresh asparagus
1 -2 cup boiling water, just enough to depth of 1-inch in the bottom of pan with steamer
ice water, for cooling asparagus
fresh parsley (to garnish)

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, whisk the oil, vinegar and honey till well blended.
  • Set aside.
  • Snap off tough ends of asparagus and discard them.
  • Place spears in vegetable steamer basket over boiling water in pan.
  • Cover and cook till tender about 6-8 minutes.
  • Drain immediately and plunge into cool water.
  • Chill.
  • Arrange asparagus on 4 plates lined with lettuce leaves.
  • Drizzle with vinaigrette.
  • Garnish with fresh parsley sprigs.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 55.2, Fat 3.5, SaturatedFat 0.5, Sodium 3.6, Carbohydrate 5.1, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 2.9, Protein 2.5

Tips:

  • Select the freshest asparagus. Look for spears that are bright green, firm, and have tightly closed tips.
  • Trim the asparagus spears. Cut off the woody ends of the asparagus spears, about 1 inch from the bottom.
  • Blanch the asparagus. This will help to preserve the asparagus's bright green color and crisp texture. To blanch the asparagus, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the asparagus spears and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until they are tender-crisp. Immediately remove the asparagus from the boiling water and plunge it into a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process.
  • Make the pecan-vinagrette dressing. This dressing is made with a combination of olive oil, balsamic vinegar, pecans, and Dijon mustard. It is a flavorful and tangy dressing that pairs well with the asparagus.
  • Assemble the salad. To assemble the salad, place the blanched asparagus spears on a serving platter. Drizzle the pecan-vinagrette dressing over the asparagus. Garnish with chopped pecans and crumbled blue cheese.

Conclusion:

Asparagus with Pecan-Vinagrette is a delicious and healthy salad that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. The asparagus is blanched to preserve its color and crisp texture, and the pecan-vinagrette dressing adds a flavorful and tangy touch. This salad is also a good source of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.

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