Best 20 Broiled Asparagus With Lemon Tarragon Dressing Recipes

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The delightful aroma of roasted asparagus fills the air, tantalizing your taste buds and promising a culinary journey that is both simple and sublime. This recipe for broiled asparagus with lemon tarragon dressing elevates the humble vegetable to new heights, creating a dish that is both elegant and rustic, perfect for any occasion. The asparagus spears, with their vibrant green color and crisp texture, are coated in a zesty dressing that combines the brightness of lemon with the herbaceousness of tarragon. A sprinkle of Parmesan cheese adds a touch of richness and salty goodness, while a hint of garlic provides a subtle savory note.

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ASPARAGUS WITH TARRAGON LEMON SAUCE



Asparagus with Tarragon Lemon Sauce image

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

GRILLED ASPARAGUS WITH LEMON AND OLIVE OIL



Grilled Asparagus with Lemon and Olive Oil image

Provided by Emeril Lagasse

Categories     side-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 pound large asparagus, woody ends trimmed*
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
3/4 teaspoon coarse salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon fresh lemon juice

Steps:

  • Preheat the grill to medium.
  • In a shallow baking dish, toss the asparagus with the oil to coat well. Add the salt, and pepper and toss.
  • Place the asparagus on the grill in a single layer, and cook, turning, until marked and tender, about 12 to 15 minutes. Transfer to a platter, sprinkle with the lemon juice and drizzle with olive oil, to taste. Cover with aluminum foil and let sit for 5 minutes before serving.

BROILED ASPARAGUS



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Snap off the ends of 2 bunches thin asparagus; discard. Toss with 2 tablespoons olive oil on a rimmed baking sheet; season with salt and pepper. Broil until slightly charred, 4 to 6 minutes. Transfer to a platter and drizzle with red wine vinegar and olive oil. Top with shaved asiago.

ROASTED ASPARAGUS WITH LEMON VINAIGRETTE



Roasted Asparagus with Lemon Vinaigrette image

Provided by Melissa d'Arabian : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

3/4 pound fresh asparagus, woody stems removed
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/2 lemon, juiced
1 tablespoon olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

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.

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-PARMESAN BROILED ASPARAGUS



Lemon-Parmesan Broiled Asparagus image

These special spears are packed with flavor, thanks to the lemon-garlic dressing they're tossed in before roasting. It's a simple, quick side that goes with almost anything. -Tina Repak, Johnstown, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 cup mayonnaise
4 teaspoons olive oil
1-1/2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon seasoned salt
1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed
2 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese
Lemon wedges, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat broiler. In large bowl, combine the first 6 ingredients. Add asparagus; toss to coat. Place in a single layer on a wire rack over a foil-lined 15x10x1-in. baking pan., Broil 5-6 inches from heat until tender and lightly browned, 5-7 minutes. Transfer to a serving platter; sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. If desired, serve with lemon wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 156 calories, Fat 15g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 309mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic exchanges

SAUTEED ASPARAGUS WITH LEMON



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Try this side with seared steak, roasted lamb or chicken.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Quick & Easy Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 tablespoon olive oil
2 bunches asparagus (14 ounces each), ends trimmed
Coarse salt and ground pepper
4 wide strips lemon zest
Juice from 1/2 lemon

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium. Add asparagus, and season with salt and pepper. Cook, tossing occasionally, until lightly browned and crisp-tender, 10 to 15 minutes, depending on thickness. Add lemon zest and cook 1 minute. Add lemon juice, toss to coat, and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 91 g, Fat 4 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 5 g

GRILLED ASPARAGUS WITH LEMON DRESSING



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Although steamed asparagus has an unmatched purity of taste, I love the earthy, charred flavor added by the grill, a flavor that can also be achieved with stove-top pan grilling, which combines high heat and a dry, heavy skillet.

Provided by Mark Bittman

Categories     side dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 1/2 to 2 pounds large asparagus
Olive oil as needed, about 2 tablespoons
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Juice of 3 lemons
2 tablespoons minced shallots or scallions
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley leaves

Steps:

  • Snap off the woody ends of the asparagus; most spears will break an inch or two from the bottom. Peel the stalks up to the flower bud. Meanwhile, start a charcoal fire or heat a gas grill; if you're cooking indoors, heat a cast-iron or other heavy skillet over medium-high heat until it smokes.
  • To grill the asparagus spears, toss them with about a tablespoon of oil, mixing with your hands until spears are coated. Season well with salt and pepper. Grill until tender and browned in spots, turning once or twice, in all 5 to 10 minutes.
  • To pan grill the asparagus, do not oil or season them. Just toss them in the hot skillet, and cook, turning the spears individually as they brown, until tender, 5 to 10 minutes. Remove as they finish, and season with salt and pepper.
  • Mix together the lemon juice and shallots, then stir in enough olive oil to add a little body and take the edge off the sharpness of the lemon; the mixture should still be strong. Season it well with salt and plenty of black pepper, and stir in the parsley. Serve the asparagus hot or at room temperature with grilled fish. Spoon the sauce over everything.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 119, UnsaturatedFat 6 grams, Carbohydrate 13 grams, Fat 7 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 5 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 600 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams

WHITE BEAN AND ASPARAGUS SALAD WITH TARRAGON-LEMON DRESSING



White Bean and Asparagus Salad with Tarragon-Lemon Dressing image

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

TARRAGON ASPARAGUS SALAD



Tarragon Asparagus Salad image

I love asparagus, and I love it even more when drizzled with my light, lemony vinaigrette dressing with a touch of tarragon. It's perfect as a side for fresh spring meals. -Linda Lace, Winter Park, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon minced fresh tarragon or 1/4 teaspoon dried tarragon
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon pepper
Dash salt
1 pound fresh asparagus, cut into 2-inch pieces

Steps:

  • Place the first 7 ingredients in a jar with a tight-fitting lid; shake well. Refrigerate at least 1 hour., In a large skillet, bring 1/2 in. of water to a boil. Add asparagus; cook, covered, until crisp-tender, 1-3 minutes. Remove asparagus and immediately drop into ice water. Drain and pat dry. Refrigerate, covered, until serving., To serve, shake dressing again. Spoon over asparagus.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 77 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 387mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

GRILLED ASPARAGUS AND SPRING ONIONS WITH LEMON DRESSING



Grilled Asparagus and Spring Onions With Lemon Dressing image

Fat asparagus stalks won't fall through the grill grates-and they can char without becoming soft and stringy.

Provided by Dave Muller

Categories     Bon Appétit     Lemon     Lemon Juice     Asparagus     Green Onion/Scallion     Grill     Vegetarian     Vegan     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Side     Spring     Sugar Conscious     Kidney Friendly     Pescatarian     Paleo     Dairy Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Serves 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
1 teaspoon finely grated Meyer lemon zest
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon fresh Meyer lemon juice
1 tablespoon whole grain mustard
1/4 cup olive oil, plus more
Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper
2 large bunches thick asparagus, trimmed
2 bunches spring onions, halved if large

Steps:

  • Prepare grill for medium-high. Whisk lemon zest, Meyer lemon zest, lemon juice, Meyer lemon juice, mustard, and 1/4 cup oil in a medium bowl to combine; season dressing with salt and pepper (if you don't have Meyer lemons, use regular lemons in their place).
  • Place asparagus and spring onions on a rimmed baking sheet and lightly drizzle with oil. Season with salt and pepper; toss to coat. Grill, turning once, until lightly charred and crisp-tender, about 4 minutes. Serve drizzled with dressing.

BROILED ASPARAGUS WITH LEMON TARRAGON DRESSING



Broiled Asparagus with Lemon Tarragon Dressing image

Asparagus broiled with a Dijon, lemon, and tarragon dressing. The dressing really brightens the taste. Quick to assemble and make.

Provided by Jill815

Categories     Baked Asparagus

Time 23m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 bunch asparagus spears, trimmed
4 teaspoons olive oil
kosher salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 shallot, minced
1 teaspoon dried tarragon
¼ teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon olive oil

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven's broiler and set the oven rack at about 6 inches from the heat source.
  • Toss the asparagus with 4 teaspoons olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread out onto the prepared baking sheet, and broil in the preheated oven until the asparagus spears are just tender and begin to turn lightly brown, about 8 minutes. Turn the spears over halfway through cooking.
  • While the spears are cooking, prepare the dressing by whisking together the lemon juice, shallot, tarragon, mustard, and olive oil in a small bowl; season to taste with salt and pepper. Once the asparagus is done, place it onto a serving platter and pour the dressing overtop.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 87 calories, Carbohydrate 7.1 g, Fat 6.1 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 2.9 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 112 mg, Sugar 2.6 g

LEMON-MUSTARD-TARRAGON VINAIGRETTE



Lemon-Mustard-Tarragon Vinaigrette image

Provided by Bobby Flay

Categories     condiment

Time 10m

Yield about 1 cup

Number Of Ingredients 6

Zest and juice of 1 large lemon
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon chopped fresh tarragon
1 teaspoon clover honey
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup olive oil or canola oil

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, zest, mustard, tarragon, honey, and a little salt and pepper. Slowly whisk in the olive oil until emulsified.

ASPARAGUS WITH TARRAGON BUTTER



Asparagus with Tarragon Butter image

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

BROILED ASPARAGUS WITH LEMON TARRAGON DRESSING



Broiled Asparagus with Lemon Tarragon Dressing image

Asparagus broiled with a Dijon, lemon, and tarragon dressing. The dressing really brightens the taste. Quick to assemble and make.

Provided by Jill815

Categories     Baked Asparagus

Time 23m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 bunch asparagus spears, trimmed
4 teaspoons olive oil
kosher salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 shallot, minced
1 teaspoon dried tarragon
¼ teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon olive oil

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven's broiler and set the oven rack at about 6 inches from the heat source.
  • Toss the asparagus with 4 teaspoons olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread out onto the prepared baking sheet, and broil in the preheated oven until the asparagus spears are just tender and begin to turn lightly brown, about 8 minutes. Turn the spears over halfway through cooking.
  • While the spears are cooking, prepare the dressing by whisking together the lemon juice, shallot, tarragon, mustard, and olive oil in a small bowl; season to taste with salt and pepper. Once the asparagus is done, place it onto a serving platter and pour the dressing overtop.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 87 calories, Carbohydrate 7.1 g, Fat 6.1 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 2.9 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 112 mg, Sugar 2.6 g

LEMON-ROASTED ASPARAGUS



Lemon-Roasted Asparagus image

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

2 pounds fresh asparagus, trimmed
1/4 cup olive oil
4 teaspoons grated lemon zest
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper

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

ROASTED TARRAGON ASPARAGUS



Roasted Tarragon Asparagus image

The simple seasoning turns fresh asparagus spears into a special spring side dish that's speedy, too.-Joyce Speckman, Holt, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1-1/2 pounds fresh asparagus, trimmed
2 to 3 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
1/8 teaspoon salt
1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh tarragon or 1/2 teaspoon dried tarragon

Steps:

  • Place asparagus in a shallow baking dish coated with cooking spray. Drizzle with oil; sprinkle with pepper and salt. Toss to coat. Bake, uncovered, at 450° for 13-15 minutes or until crisp-tender, turning occasionally. Sprinkle with tarragon.

Nutrition Facts :

BROILED ASPARAGUS WITH LEMON TARRAGON DRESSING



Broiled Asparagus with Lemon Tarragon Dressing image

Asparagus broiled with a Dijon, lemon, and tarragon dressing. The dressing really brightens the taste. Quick to assemble and make.

Provided by Jill815

Categories     Baked Asparagus

Time 23m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 bunch asparagus spears, trimmed
4 teaspoons olive oil
kosher salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 shallot, minced
1 teaspoon dried tarragon
¼ teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon olive oil

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven's broiler and set the oven rack at about 6 inches from the heat source.
  • Toss the asparagus with 4 teaspoons olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread out onto the prepared baking sheet, and broil in the preheated oven until the asparagus spears are just tender and begin to turn lightly brown, about 8 minutes. Turn the spears over halfway through cooking.
  • While the spears are cooking, prepare the dressing by whisking together the lemon juice, shallot, tarragon, mustard, and olive oil in a small bowl; season to taste with salt and pepper. Once the asparagus is done, place it onto a serving platter and pour the dressing overtop.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 87 calories, Carbohydrate 7.1 g, Fat 6.1 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 2.9 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 112 mg, Sugar 2.6 g

ASPARAGUS WITH TARRAGON DIPPING SAUCE



Asparagus with Tarragon Dipping Sauce image

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.

BROILED ASPARAGUS WITH LEMON TARRAGON DRESSING



Broiled Asparagus with Lemon Tarragon Dressing image

Asparagus broiled with a Dijon, lemon, and tarragon dressing. The dressing really brightens the taste. Quick to assemble and make.

Provided by Jill815

Categories     Baked Asparagus

Time 23m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 bunch asparagus spears, trimmed
4 teaspoons olive oil
kosher salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 shallot, minced
1 teaspoon dried tarragon
¼ teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon olive oil

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven's broiler and set the oven rack at about 6 inches from the heat source.
  • Toss the asparagus with 4 teaspoons olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread out onto the prepared baking sheet, and broil in the preheated oven until the asparagus spears are just tender and begin to turn lightly brown, about 8 minutes. Turn the spears over halfway through cooking.
  • While the spears are cooking, prepare the dressing by whisking together the lemon juice, shallot, tarragon, mustard, and olive oil in a small bowl; season to taste with salt and pepper. Once the asparagus is done, place it onto a serving platter and pour the dressing overtop.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 87 calories, Carbohydrate 7.1 g, Fat 6.1 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 2.9 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 112 mg, Sugar 2.6 g

GRILLED ASPARAGUS WITH LEMON DRESSING



Grilled Asparagus with Lemon Dressing image

This preparation favors thick spears of asparagus, which become tender and remain moist inside while their exteriors char. Those that weigh an ounce or two each-that is, eight to sixteen per pound are the best. The only difference between thick and pencil asparagus is that thick asparagus must be peeled before cooking to remove the relatively tough skin; use a vegetable peeler or paring knife.

Yield makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 1/2 to 2 pounds thick asparagus
About 2 tablespoons olive oil
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Juice of 3 lemons
2 tablespoons minced shallot or scallion
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Snap off the woody ends of the asparagus; most spears will break naturally an inch or two above the bottom. Peel the stalks up to the flower bud. Meanwhile, start a grill or preheat a cast-iron or other heavy skillet over medium-high heat until it smokes.
  • To grill the asparagus, toss them with about 1 tablespoon of the oil, mixing with your hands until they're coated. Season well with salt and pepper to taste. Grill until tender and browned in spots, turning once or twice, a total of 5 to 10 minutes.
  • To pan-grill the asparagus, do not oil or season them. Just toss them in the hot skillet and cook, turning the individual spears as they brown, until tender, 5 to 10 minutes. Remove as they finish and season with salt and pepper.
  • Mix together the lemon juice and shallot, then stir in enough olive oil to add a little body and take the edge off the sharpness of the lemon; the mixture should still be quite strong. Season it with salt and plenty of black pepper and stir in the parsley. Serve the asparagus hot or at room temperature with grilled or broiled swordfish, monkfish, or other sturdy fish. Spoon the sauce over all.
  • You could serve these grilled asparagus with any of the vinaigrettes on page 304 in lieu of the lemon-shallot-parsley mixture here. If you were serving them as part of an Asian-themed meal, you might swap out the dressing in this recipe for Soy-Ginger Dressing: Combine 1/4 cup soy sauce with 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic, 1 teaspoon minced peeled fresh ginger, 1/2 teaspoon sugar, 2 teaspoons rice or other mild vinegar, and a few drops of sesame oil. Serve over the asparagus.

Tips:

  • To achieve perfectly tender-crisp asparagus, cook it until it turns bright green and slightly charred, about 5-7 minutes per side.
  • For the lemon-tarragon dressing, use freshly squeezed lemon juice and finely chopped tarragon leaves for the best flavor and aroma.
  • Feel free to adjust the amount of salt, pepper, and lemon juice in the dressing to suit your taste preferences.
  • If you don't have a broiler, you can roast the asparagus in a preheated oven at 450°F (230°C) for 10-12 minutes, or until tender-crisp.
  • Serve the roasted asparagus immediately with the lemon-tarragon dressing while it's still warm and flavorful.

Conclusion:

Broiled asparagus with lemon-tarragon dressing is a simple yet elegant dish that showcases the natural flavors of fresh asparagus. With its vibrant green color, tender-crisp texture, and bright citrusy dressing, this recipe is a perfect side dish for any occasion. Whether you're serving it at a casual family dinner or a fancy holiday gathering, this dish is sure to impress your guests.

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