ASPARAGUS WITH FRESH HERBS

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Provided by Moira Hodgson

Categories     easy, quick, side dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 pounds asparagus
10 fresh basil leaves
4 fresh mint leaves
Juice of 2 lemons
1 small bunch fresh chives
6 sprigs flat-leaf parsley
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil

Steps:

  • Stand asparagus, tips up, in two inches of water and steam, covered, until still slightly al dente. Remove to a serving platter.
  • Meanwhile, make sauce. Combine basil, mint, lemon juice, chives, parsley, salt and pepper in blender or food processor. Add two tablespoons olive oil. Blend until smooth, adding more oil if necessary. You will probably need 3 to 4 tablespoons.
  • Correct seasonings and pour sauce over asparagus. Serve at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 117, UnsaturatedFat 6 grams, Carbohydrate 12 grams, Fat 7 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 6 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 624 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams

Laura Napier
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I'm allergic to garlic, so I omitted it from the recipe. The dish was still delicious.


lacey stewart
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I didn't have any fresh herbs on hand, so I used dried herbs instead. The dish still turned out great.


PDSA Tablet2
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This recipe is too bland for my taste. I would add more herbs or spices next time.


Clean Bro1000
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my asparagus turned out mushy. I'll have to try this recipe again.


Bro Fred
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This is a great recipe for beginner cooks. It's easy to follow and the results are delicious.


qamar 5191
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I love the pop of color that the fresh herbs add to this dish.


Temp aal
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This is a healthy and delicious dish that's perfect for a light lunch or dinner.


Fross Stewart
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Mustneer Ahmad Alvi
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This is a great side dish for grilled chicken or fish.


Anaguadalupe Elizalde cruz
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I'm not a big fan of herbs, but I really enjoyed this dish. The flavors were well-balanced.


fani khan
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This recipe is a great way to use up fresh herbs from the garden.


MD Shakil Ahmed
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I made this for dinner last night and it was a hit! Everyone loved it.


Umair Zubair naat
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This is my new favorite way to cook asparagus. It's so simple, but it's so good.


James christian Oluebube
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I've never been a big fan of asparagus, but this recipe changed my mind. The herbs really make all the difference.


User 1245
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Easy and delicious! I used thyme, rosemary, and oregano, and it was perfect. The asparagus was tender and flavorful.


Moma Whit
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This asparagus dish is a revelation! The fresh herbs add a wonderful flavor that really brightens up the asparagus. I'll definitely be making this again.