Baked asparagus with raspberry pecan dressing is a tantalizing dish that combines the sweet and nutty flavors of raspberries and pecans with the tender and pleasantly bitter taste of asparagus. This dish is perfect for a light lunch or dinner, and can also be served as a side dish. The raspberry pecan dressing adds a burst of sweetness and crunch to the asparagus, making it a delightful treat for your taste buds. With its vibrant colors and delicious flavors, this dish is sure to impress your family and friends.
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JOHN'S RASPBERRY ASPARAGUS
Steamed asparagus with a lowfat raspberry sauce for a quick and easy side dish. Compliments almost any beef, chicken or seafood meal.
Provided by Anonymous
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Asparagus
Time 10m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Place the asparagus in a steamer basket, and set over about 1 inch of boiling water. Cover, and steam for 5 to 8 minutes, or until tender and bright green.
- In a small saucepan, stir together the yogurt and lemon juice. Cook over medium heat until warmed.
- Place steamed asparagus onto serving plates, and spoon the sauce over, or serve sauce separately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 85.4 calories, Carbohydrate 17.6 g, Cholesterol 3.8 mg, Fat 0.7 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 4.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Sodium 42.7 mg, Sugar 12.3 g
ASPARAGUS BUNDLES
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Divide the asparagus spears into 12 bundles. Carefully wrap 1 piece of bacon around each bundle, starting about 1/2 inch from the bottom of the tips. Secure the bacon-wrapped spears with a toothpick. Lay the bundles in a low-sided casserole dish. In a medium saucepan, combine the brown sugar, butter, soy sauce, garlic salt and pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil. Pour the hot sugar mixture over the asparagus bundles. Transfer the dish to the oven and roast until the spears have begun to wilt and the bacon looks fully cooked, about 25 minutes. Remove the toothpicks before serving.
ASPARAGUS WITH ROASTED RED PEPPERS
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories side-dish
Time 15m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 0
Steps:
- Toss 2 bunches trimmed asparagus with olive oil on a foil-lined baking sheet; season with salt and pepper. Broil, stirring occasionally, until tender, about 4 minutes. Drizzle with sherry vinegar and more olive oil; season with salt. Top with crumbled feta cheese and chopped roasted red peppers and parsley.
PARMESAN ROASTED ASPARAGUS
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
- If the stalks of the asparagus are thick, peel the bottom 1/2 of each. Lay them in a single layer on a sheet pan and drizzle with olive oil. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Roast for 15 to 20 minutes, until tender. Sprinkle with the Parmesan and return to the oven for another minute. Serve with lemon wedges.
ROASTED ASPARAGUS WITH LEMON VINAIGRETTE
Provided by Melissa d'Arabian : Food Network
Categories side-dish
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
- In a large bowl toss the asparagus in the olive oil, and liberally season with salt and pepper. Spread the stalks out on a baking sheet, in a single layer, and roast until tender but still firm and moist, about 10 minutes.
- Meanwhile, make the vinaigrette: In a small bowl, vigorously whisk together the mustard and lemon juice. Slowly drizzle in the olive oil, whisking quickly to emulsify the olive oil into the juice mixture. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
- Transfer the asparagus to a serving platter, toss with the vinaigrette and serve. The dish may be eaten warm or cold.
ROASTED ASPARAGUS WITH BALSAMIC VINEGAR
A quick and robust way to enjoy asparagus. Roasting highlights the natural sweetness of the asparagus while the balsamic vinegar offers a tangy compliment to this great side dish.
Provided by Gemini26
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Asparagus Baked
Time 20m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (205 degrees C).
- Place asparagus in a shallow 9x13-inch baking dish. Sprinkle with oil, salt, and pepper; toss to coat.
- Bake in preheated oven until lightly browned, 15 to 20 minutes. Drizzle with vinegar just before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 75 calories, Carbohydrate 7.1 g, Fat 4.7 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 3.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 31.7 mg, Sugar 3.9 g
PROSCIUTTO-WRAPPED ASPARAGUS WITH RASPBERRY SAUCE
What a delightful way to kick off a summer party! This upscale asparagus appetizer will make guests feel like you went all-out for them. But with only four ingredients, it's incredibly easy-and so yummy. -Noelle Myers, Grand Forks, North Dakota
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 30m
Yield 16 appetizers.
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Cut prosciutto slices in half. Wrap a prosciutto piece around each asparagus spear; secure ends with toothpicks., Grill asparagus, covered, on an oiled rack over medium heat for 6-8 minutes or until prosciutto is crisp, turning once. Discard toothpicks., In a small microwave-safe bowl, microwave jam and vinegar on high for 15-20 seconds or until jam is melted. Serve with asparagus.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 50 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 184mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
RASPBERRY-PECAN DRESSING
Stuffing isn't just for company, as Beverly Coyde of Gasport, New York proves with her deliciously downsized recipe for dressing. With its sweet raspberry flavor and pecan-packed crunch, this dish is perfect for pairing up with pork or poultry.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 30m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place the bread cubes, pecans and onions in a large bowl. Combine the egg, butter, vinegar, salt and pepper. Pour over bread mixture; toss to combine. Gently fold in raspberries., Transfer to a greased 1-qt. baking dish. Cover and bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.
Nutrition Facts :
BAKED ASPARAGUS WITH BALSAMIC BUTTER SAUCE
This is a simple and delicious side dish. Fresh asparagus is baked until tender, and dressed with a blend of butter, soy sauce, and balsamic vinegar.
Provided by CAE
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Asparagus Baked
Time 25m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- Arrange the asparagus on a baking sheet. Coat with cooking spray, and season with salt and pepper.
- Bake asparagus 12 minutes in the preheated oven, or until tender.
- Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Remove from heat, and stir in soy sauce and balsamic vinegar. Pour over the baked asparagus to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 76.5 calories, Carbohydrate 4.9 g, Cholesterol 15.3 mg, Fat 5.9 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 2.8 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 307.7 mg, Sugar 2.3 g
ASPARAGUS WITH PECANS AND PARM
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
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
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
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
TUSCAN-STYLE ROASTED ASPARAGUS
This is especially wonderful when locally grown asparagus is in season and so easy for celebrations because you can serve it hot or cold. This is how to bake asparagus. -Jannine Fisk, Malden, Massachusetts
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 35m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400°. Place the asparagus, tomatoes and pine nuts on a foil-lined 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Mix 2 tablespoons oil, garlic, salt and pepper; add to asparagus and toss to coat. , Bake 15-20 minutes or just until asparagus is tender. Drizzle with remaining oil and the lemon juice; sprinkle with cheese and lemon aest. Toss to combine.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 95 calories, Fat 8g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 294mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
ASIAN ASPARAGUS SALAD WITH PECANS
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
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
GARLICKY ROASTED ASPARAGUS
Olive oil and garlic add extra flavor to traditional roasted asparagus.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Healthy Recipes Gluten-Free Recipes
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees. On a large rimmed baking sheet, toss asparagus with oil and garlic; season with salt and pepper. Roast until tender and browned in spots, 15 to 18 minutes. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 47 g, Fat 4 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 1 g
ASPARAGUS WITH RASPBERRY SAUCE
The perfect side dish for spring or summer entertaining. A flattering combination of flavor and color that is very quick and easy. Prep time does not include chilling.
Provided by Lorac
Categories Raspberries
Time 15m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Break off the tough ends of the asparagus spears and drop in boiling salted water.
- Cook until crispy tender, drain, rinse with cold water, wrap in paper towels and chill 1 hour.
- Combine salad dressing, sour cream and 1/4 cup of the raspberries, breaking up the berries with a fork.
- Add salt and pepper if needed.
- To serve, place asparagus on a serving dish, spoon sauce across the middle of the spears and garnish with the remaining berries.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 109.2, Fat 5.1, SaturatedFat 2.5, Cholesterol 15.4, Sodium 148.7, Carbohydrate 13.7, Fiber 5.4, Sugar 5, Protein 5.6
GRILLED ASPARAGUS AND ROASTED MUSHROOM SALAD WITH TOASTED PECANS, BLUE CHEESE AND RED CHILE MUSTARD VINAIGRETTE
Steps:
- Heat olive oil in a large saute pan over high heat. Add mushrooms and cook until golden brown. Add thyme and season with salt and pepper. Toss asparagus with a few tablespoons of the vinaigrette and season with salt and pepper. Arrange 1/4 of the mushrooms in the center of each plate. Arrange asparagus around the mushrooms. Sprinkle pecans and blue cheese around the edge of the plate. Drizzle with more of the dressing.
- Whisk together mustard, ancho powder, salt and vinegar, slowly whisk in oil until emulsified. Season with more salt, to taste.
COLD ASPARAGUS WITH PECANS
Easy, delicious and can be made a day and a half ahead of serving time so this is terrific for entertaining. From the Junior League Centennial Cookbook.
Provided by Hey Jude
Categories Fruit
Time 22m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Trim the asparagus and cook in boiling water for 6-7 minutes, or until barely tender and still bright green; drain and rinse under cold water then drain again.
- Arrange in 1 or 2 layers in an oblong serving dish.
- Mix the pecans with the oil, vinegar, soy sauce, and sugar; pour over the asparagus, lifting the stalks so that the mixture penetrates to the bottom.
- Sprinkle with pepper.
- Serve chilled.
- This dish can be made up to 36 hours ahead of serving time.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 169, Fat 14.5, SaturatedFat 1.5, Sodium 673.1, Carbohydrate 7.8, Fiber 3.8, Sugar 3.6, Protein 5
ASPARAGUS WITH RASPBERRY VINAIGRETTE
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
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
ASPARAGUS PASTA WITH TOASTED PECANS
I recently had a back log of Southern Living Magazines waiting for me to go through. When I came across this pasta recipe, I just knew it was one I couldn't let get away without trying. I am posting it here so I will always know where to find it! This dish makes a great main course or side dish. I prepared this dish as soon as I had all the ingredients on hand and I have to say, it is as delicious as it sounds! This is a very easy recipe to add your desired amount of chicken or shrimp, if you like. I hope you think it looks as tempting as I did ; )!
Provided by Bev I Am
Categories Penne
Time 25m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Prepare pasta according to package direction; rinse and drain.
- Snap off tough ends of asparagus, and slice into 2-inch pieces.
- Sauté asparagus in hot oil in a large skillet over medium heat; 4 minutes.
- Stir in red bell pepper and garlic; cook, stirring occasionally, for an additional 2 minutes.
- Stir in chicken broth and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat, and simmer 2 minutes or until asparagus is crisp-tender.
- Stir in salt and pepper.
- Toss together pasta, asparagus mixture, basil, 1/2 cup cheese, butter and 1/2 cup pecans.
- Sprinkle evenly with remaining 1/4 cup cheese and 1/2 cup pecans.
- Garnish if desired.
- Serves 6.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 534.7, Fat 25.7, SaturatedFat 6.5, Cholesterol 21.2, Sodium 628.6, Carbohydrate 66.6, Fiber 11.1, Sugar 2.3, Protein 13.9
EASY ROASTED RANCH ASPARAGUS
Provided by Six Sisters Stuff
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees.
- In a bowl, mix the olive oil and dressing mix together.
- Cut off the hard ends of the asparagus (1 inch to 2 inches) Add the asparagus to the bowl and mix well.
- Spread the asparagus onto a baking sheet and cook at 425 degrees for 10 minutes. Check the asparagus to see if it is cooked all the way through. If it is thick asparagus you will need to cook it longer.
- Serve and season with salt and pepper if desired.
LEMON-ROASTED ASPARAGUS
When it comes to fixing asparagus, I think it's hard to go wrong. The springy flavors in this easy recipe burst with every bite. -Jenn Tidwell, Fair Oaks, California
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 20m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425°. Place asparagus in a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Mix remaining ingredients; drizzle over asparagus. Toss to coat. Roast until crisp-tender, 8-12 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 75 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 154mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
BAKED ASPARAGUS WITH LEMON DRESSING
Make and share this Baked Asparagus With Lemon Dressing recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Cook4_6
Categories Vegetable
Time 20m
Yield 2-4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
- Lightly coat asparagus with 2 tablespoons oil and salt and pepper.
- Bake for 10 minutes.
- Whisk together remaining 1 cup oil and the lemon juice.
- Add salt and pepper to taste.
- Remove asparagus from oven, and set on serving platter and drizzle with dressing.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1132.7, Fat 122, SaturatedFat 16.9, Sodium 36.3, Carbohydrate 11.9, Fiber 4.9, Sugar 3.7, Protein 5.8
Tips:
- For a more intense flavor, roast the asparagus at a higher temperature (425°F) for a shorter amount of time (10-12 minutes).
- If you don't have balsamic vinegar, you can substitute another type of vinegar, such as white wine vinegar or apple cider vinegar.
- To make the dressing ahead of time, simply whisk all of the ingredients together and store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- This recipe is also delicious with other vegetables, such as broccoli, carrots, or zucchini.
- If you don't have a grill, you can also cook the asparagus in a grill pan over medium heat.
Conclusion:
Baked asparagus with raspberry pecan dressing is a delicious and easy-to-make side dish that is perfect for any occasion. The asparagus is roasted until tender and slightly charred, and the dressing is sweet, tangy, and nutty. This dish is sure to be a hit with everyone at your table.
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