Best 15 Asparagus With Walnuts Parmesan And Brown Butter Recipes

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Asparagus with walnuts, parmesan, and brown butter is an easy, yet flavorful side dish that is sure to impress at your next dinner party. The earthy flavor of the asparagus pairs perfectly with the nutty walnuts and salty parmesan cheese. The brown butter adds a rich, golden color and a nutty flavor that takes this dish to the next level. This simple recipe is perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion.

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ASPARAGUS WITH WALNUTS



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"I never get enough of asparagus in the spring and walnuts have a way of adding the richness this vegetable lacks without getting in the way of the wonderful springtime flavors. Frying the walnuts in the oil with paprika and cayenne for a minute really wakes up their flavor and enhances the whole dish. I have used this as both an appetizer and a side dish. Your call." - Alex Guarnaschelli

Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Yield 6 Servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1¼ teaspoon kosher salt, divided
1 pound fairly thin "pencil" asparagus, ends trimmed and discarded, cut into 2 inch pieces
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 cup Fisher® Walnut Halves, lightly chopped
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/8 teaspoon cayenne
2 tablespoons lemon juice

Steps:

  • 1. Fill a large bowl halfway with ice cubes and add some cold water. Place a colander squarely inside the ice bath. The colander will keep you from having to pick the asparagus out from amongst the ice cubes in the ice bath.
  • 2. Bring a large pot of water to a rolling boil. Add 1 teaspoon salt. Add the asparagus and cook for 1 to 1½ minutes. You want them to be crunchy. If the asparagus are thicker, cook for 1½ to 2 minutes.
  • 3. Remove the asparagus from the water using a slotted spoon and transfer them to the colander inside the ice bath. Move them around gently so the ice water penetrates the asparagus and accelerates the cooling process. Vegetables take longer than you think to cool so allow them to sit a few minutes in the ice water. Hold a piece of the asparagus in your hand for a few seconds to assure that it's really cool (even in the center). If the piece still feels warm, allow them to cool longer in the ice bath. Place them on a kitchen towel to drain any excess moisture.
  • 4. Heat oil a medium skillet until hot (but not smoking), add the walnuts and season with 1/4 teaspoon salt. They should bubble and fry slightly in the oil. When you can smell the walnuts, add the paprika and cayenne and lower the heat to medium. Cook for about 30 seconds, stirring constantly, and transfer the mixture to a bowl. Set aside.
  • 5. Toss the asparagus in the bowl with the walnuts and the oil. Let this mixture sit in the refrigerator for a few hours or a few minutes. When ready to serve, stir in the lemon juice. Serve immediately.

ASPARAGUS WITH WALNUTS, PARMESAN AND BROWN BUTTER



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Here's a sophisticated yet simple way to prepare spring's trademark vegetable. Steam the asparagus. Brown a knob of butter in a sauté pan and toss in a handful of chopped walnuts, garlic and fresh thyme (lemon thyme if you can find it). Whisk in a 1/4 cup of Parmesan cheese, then pour over your awaiting asparagus. Dive in.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     easy, quick, side dish

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 bunch asparagus (about 3/4 pound), ends trimmed
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/4 cup chopped walnuts
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme leaves, preferably lemon thyme
1 ounce Parmesan, finely grated (1/4 cup)
Kosher salt, as needed
1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

  • Steam the asparagus until just tender, about 5 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook until the foam has subsided and the butter turns a deep golden brown, about 4 minutes. (Take care that it doesn't burn.) Stir in the nuts and cook until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Stir in the garlic and thyme and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Remove from heat and whisk in the cheese. Season with salt and pepper. Spoon nut mixture over warm asparagus and serve at once.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 171, UnsaturatedFat 7 grams, Carbohydrate 5 grams, Fat 15 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 6 grams, SaturatedFat 7 grams, Sodium 258 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams, TransFat 0 grams

PARMESAN ASPARAGUS AND BUTTER BEANS



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 12m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Whisk 1/4 cup mayonnaise, 3 tablespoons grated parmesan, 1/2 teaspoon pepper and 1 tablespoon water. Trim 1 pound asparagus and cut into pieces; place in a steamer basket set over simmering water. Add 1 cup drained canned butter beans; cover and steam until tender, 3 to 5 minutes. Transfer to a platter. Season with salt; drizzle with the sauce and top with shaved parmesan.

ASPARAGUS WITH TOASTED WALNUT BUTTER



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Just a touch of walnut oil adds remarkable nutty flavor to these springtime spears.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 lb fresh asparagus
6 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons finely chopped walnuts
1 tablespoon walnut oil, if desired
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Wash asparagus; snap off tough stem ends. In large skillet or Dutch oven, bring 1 inch of lightly salted water to a boil. Arrange asparagus spears evenly in skillet. Cover; cook 4 to 5 minutes or until asparagus is crisp-tender. Drain.
  • Meanwhile, in small saucepan, mix butter and walnuts. Cook over low heat until butter browns and walnuts are toasted, watching carefully to prevent butter from burning. Stir in oil and salt.
  • Arrange hot asparagus on large serving platter. Top with walnut butter.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 110, Carbohydrate 1 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 135 mg, Sugar 0 g, TransFat 1/2 g

ASPARAGUS WITH BROWN BUTTER



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Writing in 1991, Jacques Pépin talked of his love of asparagus, stemming back to his childhood in France. His approach to the vegetable is as uncomplicated as it gets. "It is best when cooked in just enough water to steam it," he wrote. "It is ready - tender but still a bit firm to the bite - after a few minutes." Topped with a brown butter sauce, it's a perfect accompaniment to meat, poultry or fish, but also just as at home with some white rice, part of a simple weeknight meal.

Provided by Jacques Pepin

Categories     quick, side dish

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 dozen large asparagus stalks with tight, firm tips (about 1 1/2 pounds; 4 per person)
1/2 cup water
6 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons finely chopped parsley

Steps:

  • Peel the lower part (root end) of the asparagus stalks with a vegetable peeler.
  • In a large nonreactive saucepan, bring the water to a boil. Add the asparagus in one layer, cover and cook over high heat for about 6 minutes, to the desired tenderness. Lift asparagus from the water (most of it should have evaporated) and arrange on a platter.
  • Meanwhile, heat the butter in a skillet until it is lightly browned and stops smoking. Sprinkle the asparagus with the salt and pepper, and pour the hot butter over it. Garnish with parsley, and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 119, UnsaturatedFat 3 grams, Carbohydrate 3 grams, Fat 12 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 7 grams, Sodium 199 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams, TransFat 0 grams

SKILLET ASPARAGUS WITH CARAMELIZED ONIONS AND WALNUTS



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Use one nonstick skillet to prepare this nutritious and delicious side for dinner.

Provided by Bibi

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Onion

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 tablespoons ghee (clarified butter), divided
½ cup thinly sliced sweet onion
1 clove garlic, minced
2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
salt and ground black pepper to taste
2 tablespoons chopped English walnuts
1 pound asparagus spears, woody bases removed

Steps:

  • Melt 1/2 of the ghee in a nonstick skillet over medium-low heat. Add onion; spread out into a thin layer. Cook, stirring occasionally, until soft and beginning to brown, 8 to 10 minutes. Reduce heat if it's browning too quickly; do not allow to burn. Add garlic; cook and stir until fragrant, about 1 minute. Stir in vinegar.
  • Transfer onion-garlic mixture to a bowl; season with salt and pepper. Wipe out skillet and melt the remaining ghee over medium-low heat. Add walnut pieces and stir until crisp and lightly toasted, about 3 minutes. Remove from pan and set aside.
  • Add asparagus to the same skillet and increase heat to medium-high. Cook, stirring frequently, until bright green, tender, but still crunchy, 10 to 12 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Plate asparagus, add onion mixture, and garnish with walnuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 142.1 calories, Carbohydrate 7.5 g, Cholesterol 24.6 mg, Fat 12.1 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 3.4 g, SaturatedFat 6.2 g, Sodium 42.9 mg, Sugar 3.4 g

ROASTED ASPARAGUS WITH PARMESAN



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Asparagus is a yummy vegetable you can use for a side dish or appetizer.

Provided by Diane

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Asparagus     Baked

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

olive oil cooking spray
1 pound fresh asparagus, tough ends trimmed
¼ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon sea salt
¼ teaspoon garlic powder, or to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Spray the inside of a 9x13 casserole dish with olive oil cooking spray. Place asparagus in the dish and lightly spray spears with cooking spray.
  • Sprinkle asparagus with Parmesan cheese, sea salt, and garlic powder.
  • Roast in preheated oven until fork easily punctures thickest part of stem, about 12 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 46 calories, Carbohydrate 4.7 g, Cholesterol 4.4 mg, Fat 1.7 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 4.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 660.1 mg, Sugar 2.2 g

WALNUT RISOTTO WITH ROASTED ASPARAGUS



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Provided by Edwin Goto

Categories     Wine     Nut     Rice     Vegetable     Appetizer     Low Fat     Dinner     Parmesan     Walnut     Asparagus     White Wine     Spring     Summer     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Soy Free

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 1/2 to 5 cups canned low-salt chicken broth
3 teaspoons olive oil (preferably extra virgin)
1/3 cup chopped onion
1-1/4 cups arborio rice or medium-grain white rice
1/2 cup dry white wine
1 pound asparagus, tough ends trimmed
1 large garlic clove, thinly sliced
1/4 cup finely chopped toasted walnuts
2 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450°F. Bring broth to simmer in medium saucepan. Cover and remove from heat. Heat 1-1/2 teaspoons olive oil in heavy medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Add onion and sauté until light golden, about 4 minutes. Add rice and stir 1 minute. Add wine and stir until wine evaporates, about 2 minutes. Add 1/2 cup hot broth and cook until liquid is absorbed, stirring frequently. Continue adding more broth, 1/2 cupful at a time, until rice is tender and creamy, stirring frequently and allowing most of broth to be absorbed before adding more, about 25 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, place asparagus and garlic in shallow baking dish. Drizzle remaining 1 1/2 teaspoons oil over. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Toss to coat with oil. Bake asparagus until tender, turning occasionally, about 16 minutes.
  • Mix walnuts and grated Parmesan into risotto. Season with salt and pepper. Arrange roasted asparagus in center of 4 plates. Top with risotto.

ASPARAGUS WITH PARMESAN BUTTER



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Categories     Side     Broil     Low Carb     Parmesan     Asparagus     Spring     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 pound asparagus, ends trimmed
3 tablespoons butter, room temperature
1/2 cup (packed) grated Parmesan cheese (about 2 1/2 ounces)
1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil or 1 teaspoon dried
1 large garlic clove, chopped
1 1/2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice

Steps:

  • Cook asparagus in large pot of boiling salted water until just crisp-tender, about 3 minutes. Drain well. Arrange asparagus on broilerproof platter.Preheat broiler. Beat butter in medium bowl until fluffy. Beat in cheese, basil, garlic and lemon juice. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Drop butter mixture by teaspoonfuls over asparagus.
  • Broil asparagus until topping browns, watching closely to avoid burning, about 3 minutes. Serve hot.

BAKED ASPARAGUS WITH TOASTED WALNUTS



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Make and share this Baked Asparagus With Toasted Walnuts recipe from Food.com.

Provided by RecipeNut

Categories     Vegetable

Time 45m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 1/2 lbs asparagus
salt
fresh ground pepper
1 tablespoon butter, cut in small pieces
3 tablespoons walnut oil or 3 tablespoons olive oil
1 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice
salt, to taste
fresh ground black pepper, to taste
4 tablespoons finely chopped walnuts, toasted

Steps:

  • To cook asparagus: Preheat oven to 300°F.
  • Break off woody stems of asparagus.
  • If stalks are thick, peel with a vegetable peeler, pulling from stem end toward tip.
  • (Pencil-thin spears do no need peeling.) Place in a greased or sprayed 9x13 inch glass baking dish.
  • Sprinkle lightly with salt and pepper.
  • Dot with margarine.
  • Cover with foil and bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until tender but still crisp.
  • (Asparagus may be baked 1 day ahead and reheated in microwave.) To make topping: In a small bowl, whisk together oil, lemon juice, salt and pepper.
  • (Topping may be refrigerated overnight. Bring to room temperature before using.)
  • Before serving: Spoon topping over asparagus and sprinkle with walnuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 90.6, Fat 7.4, SaturatedFat 1.4, Cholesterol 3, Sodium 24.1, Carbohydrate 5.3, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 1.6, Protein 3.2

RAW & COOKED ASPARAGUS WITH LEMON & PARMESAN BUTTER



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Celebrate asparagus with this lovely side dish tossed in a zesty lemon and parmesan butter. Serve alongside fish dishes, such as roasted salmon

Provided by Tom Kerridge

Categories     Side dish, Vegetable

Time 25m

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 4

600g medium-length asparagus
75g butter
½ lemon , zested and juiced
30g parmesan or vegetarian alternative, grated

Steps:

  • Trim about two thirds of the asparagus to get rid of any woody ends, then set aside. Peel the remaining into ribbons using a vegetable peeler and tip into a bowl.
  • Gently heat the butter, lemon zest and juice and lots of black pepper in a small saucepan. Stir in half the parmesan and keep warm.
  • Bring a large pan of salted water to the boil and cook the trimmed asparagus for about 2 mins until just cooked. Drain and tip into the bowl with the asparagus ribbons. Toss everything with the buttery sauce and the remaining parmesan. Season to taste, then serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 144 calories, Fat 12 grams fat, SaturatedFat 8 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 2 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 2 grams sugar, Fiber 2 grams fiber, Protein 5 grams protein, Sodium 0.3 milligram of sodium

ROASTED ASPARAGUS WITH BROWNED BUTTER



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Make and share this Roasted Asparagus With Browned Butter recipe from Food.com.

Provided by gailanng

Categories     Vegetable

Time 13m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 lb asparagus spear, trimmed
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 1/2 teaspoons garlic, minced
1 teaspoon lemon zest, chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat over 450 degrees.
  • Place asparagus in a roasting pan; drizzle iwth olive oil. Sprinkle evenly with salt and pepper. Bake for 8 minutes or until tender-crisp.
  • In the meantime, melt butter and minced garlic in a small skillet over medium-high heat; cook 3 minutes or until lightly browned and foamy, shaking pan occasionally. Do not burn. Remove from heat; stir in lemon juice. Drizzle butter mixture over roasted asparagus, toss well to coat. Srinkle lemon zest over asparagus.

HAZELNUT PARMESAN ASPARAGUS



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Need a spectacular way to serve fresh asparagus? Try this version with fresh Parmesan, mushrooms, basil and toasted hazelnuts--mmm.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups water
2 pounds asparagus spears
2 tablespoons margarine or butter
1 package (8 ounces) sliced mushrooms (3 cups)
1 1/2 teaspoons chopped fresh or 1/2 teaspoon dried basil leaves
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup chopped hazelnuts (filberts)

Steps:

  • In 12-inch skillet, heat water to boiling. Add asparagus. Heat to boiling; reduce heat to medium. Cover and cook 4 to 6 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain; set aside.
  • In same skillet, melt margarine over medium-high heat. Stir in mushrooms. Cook 2 to 3 minutes, stirring frequently, until mushrooms are light brown.
  • Stir asparagus, basil, salt and pepper into mushrooms until vegetables are coated with seasonings and asparagus is heated through. Sprinkle with cheese and hazelnuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 85, Carbohydrate 5 g, Cholesterol 2 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 1 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 160 mg

PARMESAN WALNUTS



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I love this Parmesan walnuts recipe because it's quick, easy and an alternative to high-calorie croutons. You can also make a double batch and package the walnuts for gifting. - Karen Orvis, Plainville, Connecticut

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Snacks

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 teaspoons butter
1/2 cup coarsely chopped walnuts
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In a small heavy skillet, melt butter. Add walnuts and cayenne. Cook over medium heat until walnuts are toasted, about 4 minutes. Remove from the heat; sprinkle with cheese. Spread on foil to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Fat 12 g fat (2 g saturated fat), Cholesterol 6 mg cholesterol, Sodium 33 mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2 g carbohydrate, Fiber 1 g fiber, Protein 3 g protein. Diabetic Exchange

STEAMED ASPARAGUS WITH BROWN BUTTER AND HAZELNUTS



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Steaming asparagus plays up its delicate grassy flavor.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Quick & Easy Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 bunches asparagus (2 pounds), trimmed
1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, cut into pieces
Coarse salt and ground pepper
1/3 cup toasted hazelnuts (loose skins rubbed off), chopped

Steps:

  • Set a steamer basket in a saucepan with 2 inches simmering water. Add asparagus, cover, and steam until crisp-tender, about 6 minutes. Transfer to a platter.
  • Discard water and wipe pan dry. Heat butter over medium, swirling pan occasionally, until golden brown and most of the foam has subsided, 5 to 6 minutes. Pour over asparagus and toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper. Sprinkle with hazelnuts, and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 217 g, Fat 18 g, Fiber 6 g, Protein 7 g, SaturatedFat 8 g

Tips:

  • Choose asparagus that are bright green and have tightly closed tips.
  • Trim the asparagus by snapping off the tough ends.
  • Cook the asparagus in a large pot of boiling water for 3-4 minutes, or until tender-crisp.
  • Immediately transfer the asparagus to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process.
  • Drain the asparagus and pat dry.
  • In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
  • Add the walnuts and cook until toasted, about 2 minutes.
  • Add the asparagus and cook until heated through, about 2 minutes.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Garnish with Parmesan cheese and serve immediately.

Conclusion:

Asparagus with Walnuts, Parmesan, and Brown Butter is a delicious and easy-to-make side dish that is perfect for any occasion. The asparagus is tender and crisp, the walnuts are toasted and nutty, and the Parmesan cheese adds a rich and salty flavor. The brown butter adds a delicious depth of flavor to the dish. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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