**Grilled Balsamic Asparagus with Bacon: A Flavorful Symphony**
Indulge in the tantalizing flavors of grilled balsamic asparagus with bacon, a delectable side dish that elevates any meal with its vibrant colors and irresistible taste. Fresh asparagus spears are expertly grilled to perfection, achieving a tender-crisp texture that pairs harmoniously with crispy bacon. A drizzle of balsamic glaze adds a touch of sweetness and tang, creating a delightful balance of flavors. This simple yet sophisticated recipe is sure to impress your taste buds and become a staple in your culinary repertoire.
**Additional Recipe Ideas:**
- **Asparagus and Bacon Pasta:** Toss cooked asparagus, bacon, and a creamy sauce over your favorite pasta for a quick and flavorful weeknight meal.
- **Asparagus and Bacon Salad:** Create a refreshing and healthy salad by combining grilled asparagus, bacon, cherry tomatoes, and a light vinaigrette dressing.
- **Asparagus and Bacon Quiche:** Elevate your brunch menu with a savory asparagus and bacon quiche, featuring a flaky crust, creamy filling, and a generous sprinkling of cheese.
- **Asparagus and Bacon Skewers:** Impress your guests with colorful asparagus and bacon skewers, perfect for appetizers or as part of a main course.
- **Asparagus and Bacon Soup:** Warm up on a chilly day with a comforting asparagus and bacon soup, blending roasted asparagus, bacon, and a velvety broth.
ASPARAGUS WITH BACON AND FETA
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F.
- On a baking sheet, toss the asparagus with 1 tablespoon of the oil and the salt and pepper. Arrange in a single layer and roast until the asparagus is tender, 10 to 13 minutes.
- Meanwhile, in a skillet over medium-high heat, cook the bacon until crisp, 3 to 4 minutes. Remove to a paper-towel-lined plate to drain, reserving 3 tablespoons of the bacon drippings.
- In a medium bowl, whisk the bacon drippings, mustard, vinegar, honey and the remaining 2 tablespoons oil until combined.
- To assemble: Plate the asparagus. Sprinkle with bacon and feta, and drizzle with Dijon dressing. Finish with flaky sea salt. Serve warm.
BAKED ASPARAGUS WITH BALSAMIC BUTTER SAUCE
This is a simple and delicious side dish. Fresh asparagus is baked until tender, and dressed with a blend of butter, soy sauce, and balsamic vinegar.
Provided by CAE
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Asparagus Baked
Time 25m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- Arrange the asparagus on a baking sheet. Coat with cooking spray, and season with salt and pepper.
- Bake asparagus 12 minutes in the preheated oven, or until tender.
- Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Remove from heat, and stir in soy sauce and balsamic vinegar. Pour over the baked asparagus to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 76.5 calories, Carbohydrate 4.9 g, Cholesterol 15.3 mg, Fat 5.9 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 2.8 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 307.7 mg, Sugar 2.3 g
BALSAMIC ASPARAGUS
These pretty green spears of crisp-tender asparagus are drizzled with a balsamic vinegar mixture for a sensational side dish that's ready in no time.-Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 15m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a large skillet, bring water to a boil. Add asparagus; cover and cook for 2-4 minutes or until crisp-tender. In a small bowl, combine the vinegar, butter, garlic, salt and pepper. Drain asparagus; drizzle with balsamic mixture.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 45 calories, Fat 3g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 185mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
ROASTED ASPARAGUS WITH BALSAMIC VINEGAR
A quick and robust way to enjoy asparagus. Roasting highlights the natural sweetness of the asparagus while the balsamic vinegar offers a tangy compliment to this great side dish.
Provided by Gemini26
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Asparagus Baked
Time 20m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (205 degrees C).
- Place asparagus in a shallow 9x13-inch baking dish. Sprinkle with oil, salt, and pepper; toss to coat.
- Bake in preheated oven until lightly browned, 15 to 20 minutes. Drizzle with vinegar just before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 75 calories, Carbohydrate 7.1 g, Fat 4.7 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 3.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 31.7 mg, Sugar 3.9 g
BALSAMIC GRILLED ASPARAGUS
Steps:
- Stir together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, shallots, garlic and oregano in a medium bowl. Pour the marinade into a 1-gallon resealable plastic storage bag, add the asparagus and seal the bag closed. Place the bag in a bowl or on a plate (just in case it leaks) and marinate in the refrigerator for 8 to 24 hours, flipping a couple of times.
- Preheat an outdoor grill to medium heat. While the grill heats up, remove the asparagus from the marinade, allowing any excess marinade to drip off. Season liberally on all sides with salt and pepper.
- Place the asparagus on the hot grill and cook, flipping as needed, until crisp-tender and charred in spots, about 8 minutes. Transfer to a platter, garnish with the chopped parsley and serve immediately.
BACON WRAPPED ASPARAGUS WITH BALSAMIC GLAZE
Crispy roasted asparagus spears wrapped in bacon and brushed with a sweet balsamic and brown sugar glaze. A perfect Easter side dish or appetizer!
Provided by Katerina | Diethood
Categories Side Dish
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400F.
- Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper and top with a cooling rack.
- Spray prepared asparagus with cooking spray and sprinkle with salt.
- Wrap a slice of bacon around each asparagus spear in a spiral.
- Transfer to prepared baking sheet, and set on top of the cooling rack. Set aside.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 4 spears, Calories 224 kcal, Carbohydrate 9 g, Protein 8 g, Fat 17 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Cholesterol 29 mg, Sodium 296 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 6 g
BALSAMIC ROASTED ASPARAGUS WITH GARLIC
This is a wonderful way to roast asparagus. This will become a favorite in this household. I adapted this recipe from Cooking Light.
Provided by Abby Girl
Categories Vegetable
Time 20m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Snap off tough ends of asparagus.
- Spray a jelly-roll pan with Pam. Place the asparagus on the pan then drizzle with olive oil and vinegar; sprinkle with salt, and pepper, tossing to coat.
- Bake at 425° for 10 minutes. After 8 minutes, sprinkle the garlic over the aspargus and give the tray a shake. Bake for another 2 minutes.
ROASTED ASPARAGUS WITH BALSAMIC VINEGAR
Since my husband and I both work full-time. I'm always looking for fast nutritious recipes. The whole family loves this tasty treatment for asparagus. I can't make it often enough. -Natalie Peterson of Kirkland, Washington
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 15m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Place the asparagus in a 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Sprinkle with oil, salt and pepper; toss to coat. Bake, uncovered, at 425° for 10-15 minutes or until lightly browned. Drizzle with vinegar just before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 47 calories, Fat 3g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 305mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
Tips:
- Choose the right asparagus. Look for spears that are bright green and have tightly closed tips. Avoid spears that are limp, wilted, or have brown or yellow spots.
- Prepare the asparagus properly. Wash the asparagus spears thoroughly and trim off the woody ends. You can also peel the asparagus spears if desired, but this is not necessary.
- Cook the asparagus to your liking. Asparagus can be cooked in a variety of ways, including roasting, grilling, sautéing, or steaming. The cooking time will vary depending on the method you choose, but asparagus should be cooked until it is tender-crisp.
- Don't overcook the asparagus. Overcooked asparagus will become mushy and lose its flavor. If you are unsure if the asparagus is done, pierce it with a fork. If the fork goes through easily, the asparagus is done.
- Season the asparagus generously. Asparagus is a versatile vegetable that can be seasoned with a variety of herbs and spices. Some popular choices include salt, pepper, garlic, lemon, and Parmesan cheese.
Conclusion:
Balsamic asparagus with bacon is a simple but delicious dish that is perfect for any occasion. The asparagus is roasted until tender-crisp and then tossed with crispy bacon, balsamic vinegar, and Parmesan cheese. This dish is sure to please everyone at your table. Tips for making the best balsamic asparagus with bacon:- Use high-quality ingredients. The better the ingredients, the better the dish will taste.
- Don't overcook the asparagus. Overcooked asparagus will become mushy and lose its flavor.
- Season the asparagus generously. Asparagus is a versatile vegetable that can be seasoned with a variety of herbs and spices.
- Serve the asparagus hot. Balsamic asparagus with bacon is best served hot, so make sure to eat it as soon as it is cooked.
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