Best 8 Asparagus With Vin Santo Vinaigrette Recipes

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Indulge in the symphony of flavors that is asparagus with vin santo vinaigrette, a delectable side dish that elevates any meal with its vibrant colors and tantalizing taste. The combination of crisp, tender asparagus spears, tangy vin santo vinaigrette, and the nutty crunch of toasted pine nuts creates a harmonious balance of textures and flavors.

This recipe collection offers a variety of delightful variations to suit your preferences, including a classic vin santo vinaigrette, a creamy version enriched with Dijon mustard and crème fraîche, and a vibrant citrus vinaigrette infused with lemon zest and fresh herbs. Each vinaigrette adds a unique touch to the asparagus, highlighting its natural sweetness and enhancing its overall appeal.

Whether you're seeking a light and refreshing side dish for a weeknight dinner or an elegant addition to your holiday feast, this collection of asparagus with vin santo vinaigrette recipes has something for every occasion. Prepare to be amazed by the culinary magic that unfolds when these simple ingredients come together to create an extraordinary dish that will leave your taste buds dancing with joy.

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ASPARAGUS 'N' VINAIGRETTE



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"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

2 pounds fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
2 green onions, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1/2 teaspoon reduced-sodium teriyaki sauce
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

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 MUSTARD VINAIGRETTE



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"This is a great side dish to serve at a bridge luncheon with a chicken dish or salad," writes Jo Durlam of Ames, Iowa. "It gives some color to the dish and it is very tasty."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 3 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed
3 tablespoons unsweetened pineapple juice
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon olive oil
1/2 teaspoon minced garlic

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, bring 1/2 in. of water to a boil. Add asparagus; cover and boil for 3 minutes; drain. When cool enough to handle; pat dry. Thread several spears onto two parallel metal or soaked wooden skewers. Repeat with remaining asparagus. , Grill, uncovered, over medium heat for 2 minutes on each side or until crisp-tender. , For vinaigrette, combine the remaining ingredients in a small bowl. Remove asparagus from skewers; drizzle with vinaigrette.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 46 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 52mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

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.

COLD ASPARAGUS WITH VINAIGRETTE



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 5m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

Basic boiled asparagus (recipe above)
1 tablespoon wine vinegar
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Immediately before serving, toss the rinsed, drained, and dried asparagus with 1 tablespoon excellent wine vinegar and 2 to 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil. Season with salt and pepper.;

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 WITH TRUFFLE OIL VINAIGRETTE



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My 'Zaar buddy Terese gave me a bottle of white truffle oil for my birthday-now I'm looking for recipes to use it.

Provided by JustJanS

Categories     Vegetable

Time 13m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 kg asparagus, washed and trimmed
2 tablespoons white truffle oil
1 1/2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
1/4 teaspoon fresh squeezed lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon coarse salt or 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
black pepper

Steps:

  • Vinaigrette:.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together all ingredients; set aside or refrigerate until ready to use. If refrigerating, bring to room temperature before using.
  • Blanch the asparagus in lightly salted boiling water for about 3 minutes or until crisp-tender; do not overcook.
  • Remove from heat and refresh under cold water; drain well.
  • Toss asparagus with enough vinaigrette to lightly coat.
  • Arrange asparagus on serving platter or individual serving plates.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 99.8, Fat 5.6, SaturatedFat 0.9, Sodium 325.8, Carbohydrate 10.3, Fiber 5, Sugar 3.3, Protein 6

ASPARAGUS WITH TOMATO VINAIGRETTE



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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

1 pound large asparagus spears, trimmed
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
1 small tomato, finely chopped
1/4 green bell pepper, finely chopped
1 green onion, finely chopped
1 tablespoon chopped parsley
1 hard-boiled egg, finely chopped

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.

SAUTEED ASPARAGUS WITH DIJON VINAIGRETTE



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from Martha Stewart Living, June 2008. Tip from recipe: if using thick asparagus spears, halve them lengthwise before sauteing to ensure quick and even cooking. Tools needed: whisk, medium bowl, large skillet, mixing spoon, and serving dish.

Provided by KimmieCat1

Categories     Vegetable

Time 17m

Yield 4 , 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons sherry wine or 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
coarse salt & freshly ground black pepper
1 lb thin asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2 1/2-inch lengths

Steps:

  • To make vinaigrette, whisk together mustard, vinegar, and 1 tablespoon oil in a medium bowl. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Heat remaining 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add asparagus, and season with salt and pepper. Reduce heat to medium-low. Cook, stirring frequently, until asparagus are just tender, 10-12 minutes. (If the spears begin to brown, reduce heat to low.).
  • Transfer aspargus to serving dish. Drizzle with the vinaigrette, toss, and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 117, Fat 7.1, SaturatedFat 1, Sodium 46.2, Carbohydrate 5.8, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 1.8, Protein 2.9

Tips:

  • Choose fresh, tender asparagus for the best flavor and texture.
  • Trim the asparagus spears by snapping off the tough ends.
  • Blanch the asparagus in boiling water for a few minutes to tenderize them.
  • Immediately transfer the asparagus to an ice bath to stop the cooking process and preserve their bright green color.
  • Pat the asparagus dry before assembling the salad.
  • Use a good quality Vin Santo vinegar for the vinaigrette. This will add a rich, complex flavor to the salad.
  • Season the vinaigrette to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Garnish the salad with fresh herbs, such as basil, parsley, or chives.

Conclusion:

Asparagus with Vin Santo Vinaigrette is a simple but delicious salad that is perfect for a spring or summer meal. The asparagus is tender and flavorful, and the vinaigrette is light and tangy. This salad is also very easy to make, so it's a great option for a busy weeknight dinner.

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