Asparagus is a delicious and versatile vegetable that can be cooked in many different ways. One popular method is to marinate the asparagus before cooking, which infuses it with flavor and helps to keep it tender. Marinating asparagus bundles is a great way to prepare this vegetable for grilling, roasting, or sautéing. The marinade can be made with a variety of ingredients, such as olive oil, vinegar, herbs, and spices, and the asparagus can be marinated for as little as 30 minutes or as long as overnight. With so many options to choose from, you're sure to find a marinated asparagus bundle recipe that you'll love.
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ZESTY MARINATED ASPARAGUS
Tender asparagus is marinated in a balsamic vinaigrette and sprinkled with tangy lemon zest and fresh parsley. This is a quick and easy side dish.
Provided by KNITMAMA
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Asparagus
Time 3h
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Blanch asparagus just until tender, about 1 minute. Plunge into a bowl of cold water to cool. Drain asparagus and place in a large resealable plastic bag. Pour in vinaigrette and seal bag. Refrigerate at least 3 hours, turning bag occasionally.
- Just before serving, drain asparagus, reserving vinaigrette. Arrange on a serving platter and sprinkle with lemon zest, parsley, salt, and pepper. Serve reserved vinaigrette in a small dish on the side.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 317.4 calories, Carbohydrate 18 g, Fat 27.5 g, Fiber 4.4 g, Protein 5.1 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 1782.6 mg, Sugar 5.7 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.
BACON WRAPPED ASPARAGUS BUNDLES
These bundles can be easily prepared on an outdoor grill or in a hot oven.
Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network
Categories side-dish
Time 18m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat oven, if using, to 400 degrees F.
- Lightly coat asparagus spears in extra-virgin olive oil. Season the asparagus with black pepper. Take a quick count of the spear tips. Divide the total number by four. Gather that number of spears and use a slice of bacon to wrap the bundle and secure the spears together. Repeat with remaining ingredients.
- To grill, place bundles on hot grill and cover. Cook 10 to 12 minutes until bacon is crisp and asparagus bundles are tender.
- For oven preparation, place bundles on slotted broiler pan. Bake 12 minutes.
CHEESY CHICKEN AND ASPARAGUS BUNDLES
I saw the asparagus in the produce section today and decided to come up with a recipe for dinner tonight. This is what I came up with - both DH and myslef loved it. Easy enough for any day, but "fancy" enough for a dinner party. I served these with fingerling potatoes roasted with olive oil and rosemary.
Provided by StaciJane
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 1h10m
Yield 3-4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Pound each chicken breast to about 1/2" thick.
- On each breast, place 2 slices prosciutto, 3-4 asparagus spears and 1/4c shredded cheese.
- wrap into a bundle and secure with toothpicks.
- place in baking dish and cover with foil.
- backe in 350 degree oven for one hour.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 310.2, Fat 14.8, SaturatedFat 7.9, Cholesterol 109, Sodium 361.2, Carbohydrate 6.8, Fiber 3.2, Sugar 2.3, Protein 38.1
MARINATED ASPARAGUS
From A Slice of Paradise. This has been a regular at our house for years. It can be made well in advance. It's quick and easy to assemble for an everyday dinner and pretty enough for a dinner party. I often substitute verjuice for the vinegar. Serve cold.
Provided by AmandaInOz
Categories Vegetable
Time 15m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Mix basil, oil, vinegar, salt, sugar and pepper. Set aside.
- Cut ends off asparagus.
- Cook asparagus in a large pot of simmering water for 4 minutes.
- Drain and put in an ice bath.
- Remove asparagus to a platter and top with chopped tomato.
- Pour vinaigrette on asparagus.
- Chill until ready to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 57.8, Fat 4.6, SaturatedFat 0.7, Sodium 195.9, Carbohydrate 3.6, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 1.9, Protein 1.8
PROSCIUTTO-WRAPPED ASPARAGUS WITH MINT DRESSING
Steps:
- Peel asparagus with a vegetable peeler starting 2 inches from tips, then cook in a large pot of boiling salted water until crisp-tender, about 5 minutes. Drain in a colander, then transfer to a bowl of ice and cold water to stop cooking. Drain and pat dry with paper towels.
- Divide asparagus among 4 plates and wrap each pile with a slice of prosciutto to form a bundle.
- Blend together mint, garlic, broth, oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a blender, scraping down sides frequently, until smooth. Drizzle dressing over asparagus.
ASPARAGUS BRUNCH POCKETS
These cute bundles are stuffed with a savory asparagust-cream cheese mixture. "They're wonderful for brunch or as a side dish," says Cynthia Linthicum from Towson, Maryland.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers Lunch
Time 35m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, bring 1/2 in. of water to a boil. Add asparagus; cover and boil for 3 minutes. Drain and set aside., In a small bowl, beat the cream cheese, milk and mayonnaise until smooth. Stir in the pimientos, onion, salt and pepper. , Unroll crescent dough and separate into triangles; place on an ungreased baking sheet. , Spoon 1 teaspoon of cream cheese mixture into the center of each triangle; top with asparagus. Top each with another teaspoonful of cream cheese mixture. Bring three corners of dough together and twist; pinch edges to seal. , Brush with butter; sprinkle with bread crumbs. Bake at 375° for 15-18 minutes or until golden brown.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 194 calories, Fat 14g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 19mg cholesterol, Sodium 338mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.
LEMONY MARINATED ASPARAGUS
Lemon and asparagus - meant to be! This super-easy, super-zingy springtime dish comes together in minutes, hanging out in the fridge until you're ready to serve it.
Provided by Kare for Kitchen Treaty
Time 10m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Snap or trim the tough ends of the asparagus and discard. Wash asparagus thoroughly.
- Fill a large bowl with water and ice. Set aside.
- Bring a large pot filled 3/4 of the way full with water to a full boil. Immerse asparagus and cook for about two minutes, until bright green.
- Plunge asparagus in a large bowl of ice water to stop the cooking. Drain.
- Lay asparagus in an 8 x 8 baking dish or container.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, white wine vinegar, honey, salt, and black pepper. Taste and adjust seasons if desired.
- Pour vinaigrette over asparagus. Cover dish and refrigerate for 8 hours, or up to 24 hours.
- Remove asparagus from marinade and serve.
CHILLED MARINATED ASPARAGUS
"My mother had surgery a few years back in spring, so my two sisters and I were challenged to prepare dishes like this that would keep well and still taste great as leftovers," recalls Nicole LeCroy of Nashville, Tennessee. "Mom got her appetite back when she tried this cool and crunch asparagus that gets a flavor boost from soy sauce. It's a nice accompaniment to chicken, roast beef or ham."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 20m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a saucepan, combine the brown sugar, vinegar, soy sauce, oil, lemon juice and garlic powder. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes. Refrigerate until cool. , Meanwhile, in a large skillet, bring 1/2 in. of water to a boil. Add asparagus. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 3-5 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain and rinse in cold water., Place asparagus in a large resealable plastic bag; add marinade. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for 2 hours or overnight, turning occasionally. Drain and discard marinade. Place asparagus on a serving plate; sprinkle with pecans.
Nutrition Facts :
GRILLED ASPARAGUS STEAK BUNDLES
These steak rolls are packed with bold flavors and make for the perfect well-balanced entrée or tasty appetizer. Serve over rice or with a fresh arugula salad. This recipe was made in a Panasonic CIO.
Provided by France C
Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips Panasonic
Time 30m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Butterfly or pound steak with a meat mallet to 1/4-inch thickness. Cut into 6 strips, approximately 2 inches wide by 5 inches long. Season both sides with Montreal steak seasoning and place in the refrigerator.
- Preheat Panasonic Countertop Induction Oven to Medium-High on the "Grill" setting.
- Place asparagus in a shallow dish; drizzle olive oil on top. Season with salt and pepper.
- Grill asparagus for 2 minutes, turning after 1 minute. Transfer to a plate.
- Reheat oven to Medium-High on "Grill" setting.
- Line up steak strips next to each other in an assembly line. Cover evenly with 1/3 cup Parmesan cheese. Place 3 to 4 asparagus spears on top, perpendicular to each steak strip. Top asparagus with 1 red pepper strip.
- Roll steak tightly around asparagus, angling it diagonally to avoid overlapping the steak. Secure with a toothpick.
- Grill steak bundles for 8 minutes, turning every 2 minutes. Remove to a plate and sprinkle with 1 tablespoon Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 251.7 calories, Carbohydrate 7.1 g, Cholesterol 49.6 mg, Fat 15.4 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 22.2 g, SaturatedFat 6.6 g, Sodium 1924.6 mg, Sugar 2.2 g
ASPARAGUS BUNDLES
Crispy asparagus rolled in bacon and topped with Progresso® bread crumbs makes a distinctive side dish ready in 20 minutes.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Side Dish
Time 20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Heat oven to 400°F. In small bowl, mix bread crumbs, salt and pepper. Add parsley, lemon peel and cheese; toss well.
- In 3-quart saucepan, heat 4 cups water and 1 teaspoon salt to boiling. Add asparagus. Heat to boiling; reduce heat. Simmer about 4 minutes or until crisp-tender; drain.
- Butter shallow baking dish. Toss cooled asparagus with 2 tablespoons olive oil; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Divide asparagus into 4 equal bundles. On work surface, arrange 2 slices of the prosciutto so they slightly overlap each other. Top with 1 asparagus bundle and roll up carefully in prosciutto. Place in baking dish. Repeat with remaining prosciutto and asparagus. Flatten tops of bundles slightly; sprinkle with topping.
- Bake about 10 minutes or until thoroughly heated and crisp. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 160, Carbohydrate 7 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 9 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1180 mg, Sugar 1 g, TransFat 0 g
BACON-WRAPPED ASPARAGUS BUNDLES WITH SPICY DIPPING SAUCE
Wrapping strips of bacon around fresh asparagus seasons and bastes the spears during cooking. The resulting bundles make an attention-getting appetizer or side dish.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Appetizers
Yield Makes 10 bundles and about 1/2 cup sauce
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Separate asparagus into bundles of 3 stalks each. Carefully wrap a piece of bacon around each bundle, starting about 1/2 inch from the bottom of the tip; secure with a toothpick. Transfer bundles to a rimmed baking sheet. Drizzle with oil, and sprinkle with 3/4 teaspoon salt; season with pepper. Roast, flipping halfway through, until asparagus begin to wilt and bacon is brown, 20 to 22 minutes.
- Meanwhile, whisk together mayonnaise, chili sauce, lime juice, cilantro, and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a small bowl; season with pepper. Sauce can be refrigerated in an airtight container up to 1 week.
- Transfer bundles to a platter; remove toothpicks. Serve with dipping sauce.
Tips:
- Choose fresh, thick asparagus spears for the best results.
- Trim the asparagus spears by snapping off the tough ends.
- Use a variety of vegetables and herbs to create flavorful marinade.
- Marinate the asparagus spears for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight.
- Grill the asparagus spears over medium heat until they are tender and slightly charred.
- Serve the asparagus spears immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.
Conclusion:
Marinated asparagus bundles are a delicious and easy-to-make side dish that can be enjoyed as part of a healthy meal. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a flavorful and colorful dish that will impress your family and friends. So next time you're looking for a healthy and delicious side dish, give marinated asparagus bundles a try.
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