Asparagus With Hazelnut Vinaigrette Recipe

Bright, fresh, and flavorful! This elegant asparagus recipe with a crunchy hazelnut vinaigrette is perfect as a light appetizer or a sophisticated side dish for your next dinner party. Ready in under 15 minutes, it's the perfect way to showcase seasonal asparagus.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 197.6 kcal
Protein 5g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Asparagus With Hazelnut Vinaigrette

  • 1 pound asparagus
  • 1 finely minced shallot
  • 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/4 cup hazelnut oil
  • 1/4 cup toasted hazelnuts, roughly chopped

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How to Make Asparagus With Hazelnut Vinaigrette

  1. Snap off the tough ends of 1 pound asparagus spears.
  2. Steam asparagus for 5-7 minutes, or until crisp-tender. Do not overcook!
  3. While asparagus steams, prepare the vinaigrette: In a small bowl, whisk together 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard, 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar, 1/4 cup hazelnut oil, and 1 finely minced shallot.
  4. Toast 1/4 cup hazelnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for 5-7 minutes, until fragrant and lightly browned. Roughly chop.
  5. Toss the steamed asparagus with the hazelnut vinaigrette.
  6. Sprinkle with toasted hazelnuts and serve immediately.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

5g

Fat

8g

Carbs

1g