GRILLED ASPARAGUS WITH CAPER SALSA
Caprino fresco is a soft, tangy Italian goat cheese, and here, it lends a deep creaminess to a caper salsa that is draped over grilled asparagus. The recipe, from the chef Yotam Ottolenghi, is quickly prepared. Bread may be needed to sop up the rest of the salsa. (If caprino fresco isn't available, try another soft goat cheese, like chèvre.)
Provided by Sam Sifton
Categories vegetables, side dish
Time 25m
Yield Serves 6
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Fill a medium-size pot with cold water, and place it over high heat. When the water boils, add the asparagus, and blanch for 1 minute. Drain the asparagus, and rinse it immediately under cold water. Drain the asparagus again and place in a medium bowl, with 1 tablespoon of the oil, a pinch of salt and a generous grind of black pepper. Mix gently, and set aside.
- Light a charcoal or gas grill, or place a grill pan on the stove over high heat. Once it is hot, add the asparagus in batches, and grill for approximately 2 to 3 minutes, turning a few times, until the spears are lightly charred. Transfer to a large platter with all the tips facing in one direction.
- Meanwhile, make the salsa. Mix together the capers with the remaining tablespoon of oil, the lemon zest, lemon juice, garlic and parsley. Add the goat cheese to the mixture, stir gently and spoon over the asparagus.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 109, UnsaturatedFat 5 grams, Carbohydrate 6 grams, Fat 8 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 6 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 356 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams
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Penninah Karanja
p@hotmail.comThe caper salsa was a bit too spicy for my taste. I think I would use less chili next time.
beaner squad
squadbeaner32@hotmail.comThe grilled asparagus was a bit tough. I think I would cook it for a shorter amount of time next time.
Uzma Ch uzma
uzma-u65@hotmail.comThis recipe was a bit too salty for my taste. I think I would use less salt next time.
Abelino Hernandez
abelino-h@yahoo.comI'm not a huge fan of asparagus, but this recipe changed my mind! The grilled asparagus was tender and flavorful, and the caper salsa was a great addition.
Vai Boss
vai@aol.comThis dish is a great way to use up leftover asparagus.
Manbir Rai
manbirrai@hotmail.comI love this recipe! The asparagus is always cooked perfectly and the caper salsa is so flavorful.
MDNoor Nadaf
mdnoor@gmail.comYum!
Hussain Hussain
hussain24@yahoo.comThis recipe is a keeper! The grilled asparagus was delicious and the caper salsa was the perfect complement. I will definitely be making this dish again.
Jeffrin
jeffrin@hotmail.comI was looking for a new way to cook asparagus and this recipe was perfect! The grilled asparagus was tender and flavorful, and the caper salsa added a nice touch of acidity.
Elizabeth Clingan
elizabethc100@aol.comThis dish was easy to make and tasted delicious! The asparagus was grilled perfectly and the caper salsa was a great addition. I would definitely recommend this recipe.
Jennilyn Hamblyn-Raphael
hj@yahoo.comI love grilled asparagus and this recipe did not disappoint! The caper salsa was a great addition and added a lot of flavor. I will definitely be making this dish again.
Mahii Queen
queenmahii@hotmail.frThis was my first time grilling asparagus and it turned out great! The caper salsa was also very easy to make and added a nice flavor to the asparagus.
Anttien Myers
myers@hotmail.frThe flavors in this dish were amazing! The asparagus was grilled to perfection and the caper salsa was a perfect accompaniment. I will definitely be making this dish again.
Okot Trevor
o_trevor@gmail.comThis grilled asparagus with caper salsa was an absolute delight! The asparagus was perfectly cooked, tender yet still with a slight crunch, and the caper salsa added a tangy, briny flavor that complemented the asparagus beautifully. I will definitely