Steamed asparagus with shallot vinaigrette is an elegant side dish that can elevate any meal. Made with fresh asparagus, crisp shallots, and a tangy vinaigrette, this dish is a symphony of flavors and textures. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight side or a special dish for a dinner party, steamed asparagus with shallot vinaigrette is sure to impress.
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SIMPLY STEAMED ASPARAGUS
Makes even tough asparagus, tender and tasty! Try using vinaigrette dressing in place of the butter too.
Provided by KIMIRAEJ
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Asparagus
Time 15m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Place water in the bottom half of a steamer pan set. Add salt and butter, and bring to a boil.
- Trim the dry ends off of the asparagus. If the spears are thick, peel them lightly with a vegetable peeler. Place them in the top half of the steamer pan set. Steam for 5 to 10 minutes depending on the thickness of the asparagus, or until asparagus is tender.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 31.7 calories, Carbohydrate 4.4 g, Cholesterol 2.7 mg, Fat 1.2 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 2.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 160.1 mg, Sugar 2.1 g
STEAMED ASPARAGUS WITH SHALLOT VINAIGRETTE
Provided by Bon Appétit Test Kitchen
Categories Side Steam Low Fat Vegetarian Quick & Easy Low Cal Low Sodium Asparagus Spring Healthy Low Cholesterol Vegan Shallot Bon Appétit
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Drizzle steamed asparagus with a vinaigrette of red wine vinegar, extra-virgin olive oil, finely chopped shallots, and chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley; season with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper.
ASPARAGUS WITH CREAMY TARRAGON VINAIGRETTE
Provided by Nancy Fuller
Categories side-dish
Time 20m
Yield 8 to 10 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
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.
STEAMED ASPARAGUS WITH LEMON BUTTER
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories side-dish
Time 25m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Wash asparagus and trim off bottom of stems by about 2 inches. In a large skillet, bring about 1/2 inch of water to a rapid boil. Season the water with salt and add the asparagus. Cook the asparagus for 2-3 minutes or until bright green and just tender. Drain the asparagus and add butter to the skillet. Stir in the zest and juice. Return the drained asparagus to the skillet and toss to coat. Serve immediately
THE BEST STEAMED ASPARAGUS
This is the best way to cook asparagus to enjoy it's flavor. It comes out absolutely perfect. For the wine, we recommend Pinot Grigio.
Provided by JOHN KARST
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Asparagus
Time 11m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Place asparagus in a microwave-safe dish. Pour in wine, and dot with pieces of butter.
- Cover loosely, and cook in the microwave on High for 3 minutes, or until bright green and tender. Allow the dish to stand 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 86.4 calories, Carbohydrate 4.8 g, Cholesterol 15.3 mg, Fat 5.9 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 2.6 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 43.9 mg, Sugar 2.2 g
ASPARAGUS WITH TARRAGON SHERRY VINAIGRETTE
Steps:
- Steam asparagus on a steamer rack set over boiling water, covered, until just tender, 3 to 5 minutes (depending on thickness), then transfer to a bowl of ice water to stop cooking. Drain well and pat dry with paper towels.
- Whisk together vinegar, shallot, mustard, salt, and pepper in a small bowl and add oil in a slow stream, whisking until emulsified. Whisk in tarragon.
- Halve egg and force each half through a coarse sieve into a bowl. Toss asparagus with 1 tablespoon vinaigrette and divide among 4 plates. Spoon remaining dressing over asparagus and top with egg.
ASPARAGUS WITH LEMON-SHALLOT VINAIGRETTE
Make and share this Asparagus With Lemon-Shallot Vinaigrette recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Abby Girl
Categories Vegetable
Time 23m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Adjust oven rack to uppermost position and heat broiler.
- Toss asparagus with oil and salt and pepper, then lay spears in single layer on heavy rimmed baking sheet. Broil about 4 inches from heating element, shaking pan halfway through to turn spears, until asparagus is tender and lightly browned, 8 to 10 minutes.
- Cool asparagus 5 minutes and arrange on serving dish.
- Whisk shallot, lemon juice and zest, thyme, mustard, and olive oil in small bowl; season to taste with salt and pepper. Drizzle over asparagus and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 162.7, Fat 14.6, SaturatedFat 2.1, Sodium 24.3, Carbohydrate 7.1, Fiber 3.1, Sugar 2, Protein 3.8
ASPARAGUS WITH MUSTARD VINAIGRETTE
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
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 VINAIGRETTE
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
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.
GRILLED ASPARAGUS WITH CARAMELIZED SHALLOT VINAIGRETTE
Choose spears that are smooth and vibrant, with trim, tight tips.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Quick & Easy Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Heat grill or a grill pan until medium hot. Snap off and discard the tough ends of the asparagus. Place asparagus in a bowl. Drizzle oil over asparagus; season with salt and pepper. Grill, turning every few minutes, until tender, about 12 minutes. Garnish with pea shoots, if desired; serve with vinaigrette.
ROASTED ASPARAGUS WITH BACON-SHALLOT VINAIGRETTE
This is an easy side dish that goes very well with ham. It's also nice for Easter. Cook the asparagus ahead of time, then serve at room temperature with the dressing - YUM!
Provided by Hey Jude
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 30m
Yield 10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Heat oven to 500°.
- Trim ends of asparagus; toss with olive oil; arrange in a single layer on a jelly roll pan; sprinkle with salt.
- Bake until tender and browned, about 10 minutes, turning asparagus once (you can do the recipe up to this point and then finish it and serve at room temperature).
- To make the dressing: cook bacon until crisp; drain well; crumble into a small bowl; add cilantro and mix well.
- Whisk together shallots, olive oil, lemon juice, vinegar, mustard, salt and pepper to taste.
- Arrange asparagus on a platter; drizzle with dressing; sprinkle bacon mixture over the top.
ASPARAGUS 'N' VINAIGRETTE
"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
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 SHALLOT BUTTER
Provided by Pierre Franey
Categories easy, quick, side dish
Time 15m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Peel the asparagus, using a swivel-bladed knife, starting about 2 inches from the top. Remove the tough ends.
- Bring enough water to a boil to cover the asparagus. Add salt and the asparagus and cook 2 to 3 minutes, until crisp tender. Drain well, reserving 3 tablespoons of the liquid. Arrange on warm platter.
- Combine the shallots, lemon juice and reserved liquid in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil and cook over high heat until half the liquid evaporates. Add butter gradually, stirring rapidly with a whisk. Add nutmeg, salt and pepper. Cook, stirring rapidly, 1 minute. Spoon the sauce over the asparagus and serve.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 77, UnsaturatedFat 2 grams, Carbohydrate 5 grams, Fat 6 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 3 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 295 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams, TransFat 0 grams
Tips:
- Choose Fresh Asparagus: Select asparagus spears that are bright green, firm, and have tightly closed tips. Avoid spears that are limp, wilted, or have woody ends.
- Trim the Asparagus: Cut off the tough, woody ends of the asparagus spears. The easiest way to do this is to snap off the bottom inch or two of each spear.
- Steam the Asparagus: Steaming is the best way to cook asparagus as it preserves its vibrant color, flavor, and nutrients. You can steam asparagus in a steamer basket over a pot of boiling water or use a microwave steamer.
- Make the Shallot Vinaigrette: While the asparagus is steaming, prepare the shallot vinaigrette. Whisk together olive oil, vinegar, shallots, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper in a small bowl until well combined.
- Serve Immediately: Asparagus is best served immediately after cooking. Drizzle the shallot vinaigrette over the steamed asparagus and enjoy!
Conclusion:
This steamed asparagus with shallot vinaigrette is a simple yet flavorful dish that is perfect for a healthy and delicious meal. The asparagus is tender and crisp, while the shallot vinaigrette adds a tangy and savory flavor. This dish is also very easy to make, making it a great option for busy weeknights. Whether you're serving it as a side dish or a main course, this steamed asparagus with shallot vinaigrette is sure to impress your taste buds.
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