FRESH ASPARAGUS WITH PECANS

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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

1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed
1/4 cup cider vinegar
1/4 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
2 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons chopped pecans, toasted

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

Nakito Taatu
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover asparagus. I had some leftover from a previous meal and this was a great way to use it up.


Tiffany Regis
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I followed the recipe exactly and the asparagus turned out perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


NAWAB ALI HYDER
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The asparagus cooks up in just a few minutes and the pecans add a nice touch of flavor.


Aryan Ahmed shown
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I'm not usually a fan of asparagus, but this recipe changed my mind. The pecans and garlic butter sauce really elevated the dish.


NainAli shah
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I made this recipe for Easter dinner and it was a big hit. The asparagus was perfectly cooked and the pecans added a nice crunch.


Danielle Crow
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. It's a great side dish for any occasion.


AmyLee Albertyn
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved the asparagus and the pecans.


Precious Uvieze
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I'm not a big fan of pecans, so I substituted walnuts in this recipe. It turned out great!


Akinreni Opeyemi
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover asparagus. I had some leftover from a previous meal and this was a great way to use it up.


Mo Aa
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I made this recipe for a dinner party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved the asparagus and the pecans added a nice touch of elegance.


onomine ochuko
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I followed the recipe exactly and the asparagus turned out perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Selena standfast
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The asparagus cooks up in just a few minutes and the pecans add a nice touch of flavor.


Taiwo Ayomikun
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I'm not usually a fan of asparagus, but this recipe changed my mind. The pecans and garlic butter sauce really elevated the dish.


Rana Mhmud
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I made this recipe last night and it was delicious! The asparagus was perfectly cooked and the pecans added a nice crunch.


salma suleiman
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This asparagus dish with toasted pecans was a hit! The flavors and textures complemented each other perfectly. It's a great side dish or light lunch.