Asparagus With Wasabi Mayonnaise Dip Recipe

Elevate your asparagus game with this vibrant and flavorful wasabi mayonnaise dip! Adapted from a cooking live favorite, this recipe is quick, easy, and incredibly versatile. Perfect as a light lunch, a sophisticated appetizer, or a unique addition to your favorite sandwiches and crackers. Control the heat with adjustable wasabi – add more for an intense kick! This recipe pairs perfectly with other vegetables, grilled meats, and even as a creative sandwich spread.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 209.5 kcal
Protein 12g
Rating 4.8 (10 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Asparagus With Wasabi Mayonnaise Dip

  • 1 pound asparagus
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1/2 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon wasabi paste

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How to Make Asparagus With Wasabi Mayonnaise Dip

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add 1 pound asparagus and blanch for 1 minute.
  2. Immediately transfer asparagus to a colander and rinse under cold running water to stop the cooking process.
  3. Drain thoroughly and pat asparagus dry with paper towels.
  4. In a medium bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup mayonnaise, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 teaspoon sugar, 1/2 tablespoon lemon juice, and 1/2 teaspoon wasabi paste (or more, to taste) until the sugar is completely dissolved.
  5. Serve the blanched asparagus immediately with the wasabi mayonnaise dip.
  6. Enjoy this delicious dip as a spread for sandwiches, a topping for cooked vegetables, or a dipping sauce for various snacks and meats!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

22 g

Sugar

26g

Fat

10g

Carbs

6g

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