Asparagus with Tomato Vinaigrette: A Delightful Spring Treat
As the days grow longer and the weather warms, it's time to celebrate the arrival of spring with a dish that captures the season's bounty: asparagus with tomato vinaigrette. This vibrant and flavorful dish is a delightful symphony of textures and flavors, featuring tender-crisp asparagus spears coated in a tangy, aromatic vinaigrette made with fresh tomatoes, herbs, and a hint of garlic. Served as a side dish or enjoyed as a light main course, this dish is a perfect way to savor the best of spring produce. Accompanying the main recipe are variations that offer exciting twists on the classic: try roasting the asparagus for a smoky flavor, or grilling it for a charred and slightly crunchy texture. For a vegan option, substitute a balsamic vinaigrette, and for a heartier meal, add grilled chicken or tofu. With its versatility and endless possibilities, asparagus with tomato vinaigrette is a dish that will surely become a springtime staple.
ASPARAGUS 'N' VINAIGRETTE
"Living in the Midwest, we anticipate spring treats like fresh asparagus all winter long," affirms Mickey Kelly, Burnsville, Minnesota. "Our three small children can't help but snitch a taste when this dish is chilling in the fridge. I use the vinaigrette dressing on salads, sliced tomatoes and other steamed vegetables as well."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 20m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place asparagus in a steamer basket. Place in a saucepan over 1 in. of water; bring to a boil. Cover; steam for 4-6 minutes or until crisp-tender. Immediately rinse in cold water. Place asparagus and green onions in a bowl., Whisk together the oil, vinegar, teriyaki sauce, sugar, salt and pepper. Pour over asparagus mixture; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours. Stir before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 74 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 206mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
ASPARAGUS WITH TOMATOES
This is a delicious way to take advantage of early spring's flavorful asparagus. A great dish to accompany large, busy meals, as most of the work can be done ahead of time and the asparagus reheated with the tomatoes and garlic at the last minute while the roast (or whatever else) is resting. Also a delicious preparation for green beans in place of the asparagus.
Provided by KEANSOR
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Tomatoes
Time 12m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Place the asparagus in a large skillet and fill with about 1 inch of water. Cover the pan and set over high heat. When the water comes to a boil, cook for 2 minutes or until the asparagus is bright green and almost tender.
- In a separate skillet, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the garlic; cook and stir for 1 minute. Add the tomato to the skillet and cook for about 1 minute or until heated through. Season with salt and pepper. Add asparagus to the pan and cook for about 2 minutes, until hot.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 63.4 calories, Carbohydrate 6.7 g, Fat 3.6 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 4.8 mg, Sugar 3.3 g
ASPARAGUS, TOMATO AND FETA SALAD WITH BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE
A super delicious asparagus, tomato and feta salad drizzled with an easy balsamic vinaigrette. It's healthy, colorful, and flavorful and has such a great blend of textures.
Provided by Jaclyn
Categories Salad
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Meanwhile prepare vinaigrette - add vinegar to a small saucepan, bring to a boil over medium heat and allow to boil until reduced by half, about 3 minutes.
- Pour into a jar or bowl, add olive oil, dijon mustard, honey, garlic and whisk to blend while seasoning with salt and pepper to taste. Set aside.
- Add asparagus to boiling water and allow to boil until tender crisp, about 4 - 5 minutes.
- Meanwhile fill a medium mixing bowl with ice and cold water. Drain and immediately transfer asparagus to ice water, let rest about 10 seconds then drain asparagus well.
- Transfer to a bowl with tomatoes and walnuts. Drizzle vinaigrette over top and toss lightly.
- Sprinkle over half of the feta then plate and top with remaining feta (just so the feta doesn't brown from tossing with all the dressing).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 237 kcal, Carbohydrate 13 g, Protein 7 g, Fat 18 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Cholesterol 14 mg, Sodium 205 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 8 g, ServingSize 1 serving
ASPARAGUS WITH TOMATO VINAIGRETTE
This recipe is from Vegan Italiano. "Serve this versatile recipe as an appetizing antipasto, elegant first course, or tasty side dish."
Provided by Eat Your Vegetables
Categories Vegetable
Time 10m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Bring a large stockpot filled with salted water to a boil over high heat. Prepare an ice-water bath and set aside.
- Add the asparagus to boiling water and cook until just tender, about 5 minutes, depending on thickness. Drain and transfer to ice-water bath for 5 minutes. Drain well and transfer to shallow serving platter or long serving dish.
- Meanwhile, in a small bowl, whisk together the oil and vinegar. Stir in the tomatoes, scallions, parsley, salt and pepper.
- Add the sauce to the asparagus, tossing gently to combine. Serve at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 122.8, Fat 10.5, SaturatedFat 1.5, Sodium 19.4, Carbohydrate 6.5, Fiber 2.9, Sugar 2.5, Protein 3.2
ASPARAGUS, ARTICHOKE, AND MUSHROOM SAUTE WITH TARRAGON VINAIGRETTE
Provided by Giada De Laurentiis
Categories side-dish
Time 27m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
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.
ASPARAGUS VINAIGRETTE
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
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.
ROASTED BALSAMIC ASPARAGUS & CHERRY TOMATOES
This simple vegetarian side dish can be served with meat, fish and veggie mains alike
Provided by Good Food team
Categories Side dish
Time 25m
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Heat oven to 200C/180C fan/gas 6. Put the asparagus and cherry tomatoes on a baking sheet. Drizzle over the olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Season, then toss everything together. Bake for 15 mins until the asparagus is cooked through. Serve topped with the feta.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 120 calories, Fat 9 grams fat, SaturatedFat 3 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 5 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 5 grams sugar, Fiber 3 grams fiber, Protein 5 grams protein, Sodium 0.5 milligram of sodium
ASPARAGUS VINAIGRETTE
I love to cook and especially enjoy trying new recipes. I took a cooking class and discovered this delightful salad. It's nice for a spring luncheon with the fresh taste of the asparagus, parsley and chives drizzled with a zesty dressing. -Marcy Fechtig, Burnt Prairie, Illinois
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 15m
Yield 6-8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a small bowl, whisk the first five ingredients. Add the radishes, green pepper, relish, parsley and chives. , In a large saucepan, bring 1/2 in. of water to a boil. Add asparagus; cover and boil for 3 minutes. Drain and immediately place asparagus in ice water. Drain and pat dry., Transfer asparagus to a glass dish; pour dressing over top. Cover and chill for at least 4 hours. , To serve, arrange lettuce on a serving platter. With a slotted spoon, remove asparagus; arrange over lettuce. Garnish with eggs and tomatoes. Drizzle with some of the dressing.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 419 calories, Fat 43g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 80mg cholesterol, Sodium 274mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.
ASPARAGUS WITH LEMON VINAIGRETTE
Categories Vegetable Appetizer Quick & Easy Low Sodium Summer Boil Gourmet
Yield Serves 6
Number Of Ingredients 2
Steps:
- Trim asparagus and have ready a large bowl of ice and cold water. In a large saucepan of boiling salted water cook asparagus until just tender, 3 to 4 minutes, and with tongs transfer to ice water to stop cooking. Drain asparagus well in a colander and pat dry.
- Gently toss asparagus with vinaigrette and salt and pepper to taste.
ASPARAGUS WITH TOMATO VINAIGRETTE
Provided by Luisa de la Hija
Categories Egg Tomato Vegetable Side Picnic Vegetarian Quick & Easy Asparagus Bell Pepper Spring Healthy Bon Appétit Spain
Yield Serves 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Cook asparagus in large pot of boiling salted water until just tender, about 5 minutes. Drain. Refresh under cold running water and drain thoroughly. Arrange asparagus on large platter. Cover and refrigerate until cold.
- Whisk oil and vinegar to blend in small bowl. Add tomato, bell pepper, green onion and parsley. Season with salt and pepper. (Can be prepared 3 hours ahead. Let stand at room temperature.)
- Spoon half of vinaigrette over asparagus. Garnish with egg. Pass remaining dressing separately.
Tips:
- Choose fresh, tender asparagus: Look for asparagus spears that are bright green, firm, and have tightly closed tips. Avoid spears that are limp, wilted, or have brown or yellow spots.
- Trim the asparagus properly: Snap off the tough, woody ends of the asparagus spears. You can also use a sharp knife to cut off the bottom inch or two of the spears.
- Cook the asparagus to your desired doneness: Asparagus can be cooked in a variety of ways, including boiling, steaming, roasting, and grilling. The cooking time will vary depending on the method you choose, but asparagus is generally cooked until it is tender-crisp.
- Make the tomato vinaigrette ahead of time: The tomato vinaigrette can be made up to 2 days in advance. This will save you time when you're ready to serve the asparagus.
- Garnish the asparagus with fresh herbs: Fresh herbs, such as parsley, chives, or basil, add a pop of color and flavor to the asparagus.
Conclusion:
Asparagus with Tomato Vinaigrette is a simple but delicious dish that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. The asparagus is tender and flavorful, and the tomato vinaigrette adds a bright, tangy flavor. This dish is also very versatile, and can be served with a variety of side dishes, such as roasted potatoes, grilled chicken, or fish. If you're looking for a healthy and delicious way to enjoy asparagus, this recipe is a great option.
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