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Asparagus With Orange Vinaigrette Recipe

Brighten your dinner table with this vibrant and refreshing Asparagus with Orange Vinaigrette! This light and flavorful side dish, inspired by a New York Times recipe, is ready in under 30 minutes. The perfectly steamed asparagus is tossed in a zesty orange dressing that's both sweet and tangy. A perfect accompaniment to grilled chicken, fish, or as a delightful vegetarian side.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 22 mins
Calories 37.9 kcal
Protein 5g
Rating 4.7 (3 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Asparagus With Orange Vinaigrette

  • 1 lb fresh asparagus spears
  • zest of 1 orange
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed orange juice

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How to Make Asparagus With Orange Vinaigrette

  1. Wash 1 pound of asparagus and trim the woody ends by snapping them off at the point where they naturally break.
  2. Steam the asparagus spears over simmering water for 7-10 minutes, or until tender-crisp. Thicker spears may require a longer steaming time. Drain well.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the zest of 1 orange, 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil, 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard, and 2 tablespoons of freshly squeezed orange juice.
  4. Gently toss the warm asparagus with the orange vinaigrette, ensuring all spears are evenly coated.
  5. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

1 g

Sugar

7g

Fat

1g

Carbs

1g

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