Best 11 Asparagus With Tarragon Sherry Vinaigrette Recipes

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**Savory Simplicity: Asparagus with Tarragon Sherry Vinaigrette - A Culinary Symphony**

As the springtime sunshine awakens the bounty of nature, asparagus emerges as a seasonal treasure, gracing our tables with its vibrant green spears and delicate flavor. This article presents a culinary ode to asparagus, featuring a collection of delectable recipes that showcase its versatility and exquisite taste. From the classic Asparagus with Tarragon Sherry Vinaigrette, a harmonious blend of flavors that celebrates the essence of spring, to the tantalizing Asparagus and Mushroom Risotto, a creamy and comforting dish that exudes earthy elegance, each recipe captures the unique charm of asparagus. Explore the vibrant Asparagus and Radish Salad with Lemon Dijon Dressing, a refreshing and colorful medley that adds a touch of zest to any meal. Indulge in the savory delights of Asparagus and Goat Cheese Tart, a flaky pastry filled with tender asparagus, creamy goat cheese, and a hint of herbs. And for a delightful twist, try the Asparagus and Feta Stuffed Chicken Breast, where succulent chicken is complemented by a flavorful asparagus and feta filling. Embark on a culinary journey with these asparagus recipes, each offering a distinct taste experience that will tantalize your palate and leave you craving for more.

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ASPARAGUS WITH CREAMY TARRAGON VINAIGRETTE



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Provided by Nancy Fuller

Categories     side-dish

Time 20m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 bunch asparagus, ends trimmed (about 1 pound 4 ounces)
2 tablespoons olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Spring mix lettuce, for serving
Creamy Herb Vinaigrette, recipe follows
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon chopped fresh tarragon
1/2 small shallot, minced

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.

ASPARGUS WITH TARRAGON SHERRY VINAGARETTE



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Make and share this Aspargus With Tarragon Sherry Vinagarette recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Denver cooks

Categories     Vegetable

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 lbs medium asparagus, trimmed
1 tablespoon sherry wine vinegar
2 teaspoons minced shallots
1/4 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 1/2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh tarragon
1 large egg, hard-boiled

Steps:

  • Steam asparagus on a steamer rack set over boiling water, covered, until just tender, 3 to 5 minutes (depending on thickness).
  • 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 a 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, ARTICHOKE, AND MUSHROOM SAUTE WITH TARRAGON VINAIGRETTE



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     side-dish

Time 27m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 large shallot, sliced
1 clove garlic, minced
8 ounces mushrooms, sliced
1 bunch asparagus (1 pound), sliced into 3-inch pieces
1 (8-ounce) package frozen artichoke hearts, thawed
1/2 pint teardrop tomatoes, halved
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons white wine vinegar
2 tablespoons chopped fresh tarragon leaves
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • For the Vegetable Saute: Warm the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shallot and the garlic and cook until tender, about 2 minutes. Add the mushrooms and asparagus to the pan and cook until tender. Add the artichoke hearts and season with salt and pepper, then cook until the artichoke hearts are heated through. Remove the skillet from the heat, then add in the tomatoes and stir to warm them up.
  • For the Tarragon Vinaigrette: Combine the oil, vinegar, tarragon, salt and pepper in a glass screw-top jar. Seal the jar and shake vigorously to mix the vinaigrette.
  • Toss the vegetables with the vinaigrette and serve.

TARRAGON ASPARAGUS SALAD



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I love asparagus, and I love it even more when drizzled with my light, lemony vinaigrette dressing with a touch of tarragon. It's perfect as a side for fresh spring meals. -Linda Lace, Winter Park, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon minced fresh tarragon or 1/4 teaspoon dried tarragon
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon pepper
Dash salt
1 pound fresh asparagus, cut into 2-inch pieces

Steps:

  • Place the first 7 ingredients in a jar with a tight-fitting lid; shake well. Refrigerate at least 1 hour., In a large skillet, bring 1/2 in. of water to a boil. Add asparagus; cook, covered, until crisp-tender, 1-3 minutes. Remove asparagus and immediately drop into ice water. Drain and pat dry. Refrigerate, covered, until serving., To serve, shake dressing again. Spoon over asparagus.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 77 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 387mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

ROASTED TARRAGON ASPARAGUS



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The simple seasoning turns fresh asparagus spears into a special spring side dish that's speedy, too.-Joyce Speckman, Holt, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1-1/2 pounds fresh asparagus, trimmed
2 to 3 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
1/8 teaspoon salt
1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh tarragon or 1/2 teaspoon dried tarragon

Steps:

  • Place asparagus in a shallow baking dish coated with cooking spray. Drizzle with oil; sprinkle with pepper and salt. Toss to coat. Bake, uncovered, at 450° for 13-15 minutes or until crisp-tender, turning occasionally. Sprinkle with tarragon.

Nutrition Facts :

ASPARAGUS, ARTICHOKE, AND MUSHROOM SAUTé WITH TARRAGON VINAIGRETTE



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Categories     Mushroom     Artichoke     Asparagus     Summer     Tarragon

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

Tarragon Vinaigrette
6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons white wine vinegar
2 tablespoons chopped fresh tarragon leaves
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Vegetable Sauté
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 large shallot, sliced
1 garlic clove, minced
8 ounces button mushrooms, trimmed and sliced
1 bunch of asparagus (1 pound), trimmed and cut in 3-inch pieces
1 (8-ounce) package frozen artichoke hearts, thawed
1/2 pint teardrop tomatoes, halved
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • For the Tarragon Vinaigrette
  • Combine the oil, vinegar, tarragon, salt, and pepper in a glass screw-top jar. Seal the jar and shake vigorously to mix.
  • For the Vegetable Sauté
  • Warm the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shallot and garlic and sauté until tender, about 2 minutes. Add the mushrooms and cook until golden, about 5 minutes, stirring frequently. Add the asparagus and artichokes and cook until the asparagus is tender, about 5 more minutes, stirring occasionally. Turn off the heat and add the tomatoes, salt, and pepper; toss with the vinaigrette.
  • Transfer to a serving bowl and serve immediately.

ASPARAGUS WITH HAZELNUTS AND TARRAGON VINAIGRETTE



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Categories     Appetizer     Side     Steam     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Asparagus     Spring     Tarragon     Hazelnut     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious     Vegan     Pescatarian     Paleo     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield 4 Side-Dish Servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed
1/4 cup minced shallots
3 tablespoons tarragon-white wine vinegar
4 teaspoons chopped fresh tarragon or 1 1/4 teaspoons dried
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
7 tablespoons hazelnut oil, walnut oil or olive oil
4 cups baby lettuces or inner leaves of curly endive
1/4 cup hazelnuts, toasted, husked, coarsely chopped

Steps:

  • Pour water into large pot to depth of 1 inch and bring to boil. Place asparagus on steamer rack set over water in pot. Cover pot and steam until asparagus is crisp-tender, about 4 minutes. Transfer asparagus to bowl of ice water and cool. Drain. Place asparagus on paper towels. (Can be prepared 6 hours ahead. Cover and refrigerate.)
  • Combine shallots, vinegar, tarragon and mustard in bowl. Gradually whisk in oil. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Place baby lettuces on large platter. Arrange asparagus atop lettuces. Drizzle with vinaigrette. Sprinkle with hazelnuts.

ASPARAGUS VINAIGRETTE



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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

Coarse salt
2 bunches asparagus (about 2 pounds), trimmed
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 1/2 tablespoons champagne vinegar
Pinch of sugar
Freshly ground pepper
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon lemon zest
1/2 teaspoon finely chopped fresh tarragon

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.

WARM ASPARAGUS WITH TARRAGON VINAIGRETTE



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This is one of two Runner-Up recipes for 1993 in the San Francisco Chronicle, and was developed by Georgeanne Brennan.

Provided by evelynathens

Categories     Vegetable

Time 13m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1/4 cup champagne vinegar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
1/2 cup olive oil
2 shallots, peeled and finely chopped
2 tablespoons minced fresh tarragon
2 lbs asparagus

Steps:

  • Put the mustard in a small bowl. Whisk in the vinegar, salt and pepper. Slowly add the olive oil, whisking constantly, until completely incorporated. Stir in the shallots and tarragon. Set aside for at least 15 minutes.
  • Trim the asparagus, discarding woody ends. Steam, roast or grill the spears whole until just tender when pierced with a fork. Do not overcook.
  • Arrange the still-warm asparagus on a warm serving plate, spoon the dressing over it and turn the asparagus gently to coat.

TARRAGON ASPARAGUS



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I grow purple asparagus, so I'm always looking for new ways to prepare it. Recently, my husband and I discovered how wonderful any color of asparagus tastes when it's grilled. -Sue Gronholz, Beaver Dam, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 15m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 pounds fresh asparagus, trimmed
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup honey
2 to 4 tablespoons minced fresh tarragon

Steps:

  • On a large plate, toss asparagus with oil, salt and pepper. Grill, covered, over medium heat 6-8 minutes or until crisp-tender, turning occasionally and basting frequently with honey during the last 3 minutes. Sprinkle with tarragon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 76 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 302mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

ASPARAGUS WITH TARRAGON LEMON SAUCE



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With its fresh taste and minimal prep work, I'm sure you'll love this easy asparagus recipe. -Patricia Swart, Galloway, New Jersey

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 15m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 pounds fresh asparagus, trimmed
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons fat-free milk
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 teaspoons minced fresh tarragon
Dash salt

Steps:

  • Place asparagus in a steamer basket; place in a large saucepan over 1 in. of water. Bring to a boil; cover and steam for 3-5 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain., Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine olive oil and flour. Gradually stir in milk until smooth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1 minute or until thickened. Remove from the heat. Stir in the lemon juice, tarragon and salt. Serve with asparagus.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 83 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 36mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh asparagus spears that are bright green and have tightly closed tips.
  • If you don't have tarragon vinegar, you can make your own by infusing white wine vinegar with fresh tarragon leaves.
  • To make the vinaigrette ahead of time, simply whisk together the ingredients and store it in a jar in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
  • Asparagus can be cooked in a variety of ways, including roasting, grilling, sautéing, and steaming. For this recipe, we recommend roasting the asparagus in the oven to bring out its natural sweetness.
  • To prevent the asparagus from becoming too soft, cook it until it is just tender-crisp.

Conclusion:

Asparagus with Tarragon Sherry Vinaigrette is a light and flavorful side dish that is perfect for spring and summer gatherings. The roasted asparagus is tender-crisp and slightly charred, while the tarragon sherry vinaigrette adds a bright and tangy flavor. This dish is also easy to make and can be prepared in just 30 minutes. So next time you're looking for a simple and delicious side dish, give this recipe a try.

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