HEALTHY BLANCHED ASPARAGUS

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Blanching asparagus is a very simple process that creates a healthy and delicious side dish.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dinner Recipes     Dinner Side Dishes

Number Of Ingredients 2

1 pound jumbo asparagus, trimmed
Coarse salt

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add salt and return water to a boil. Prepare an ice-water bath. Peel lower two thirds of each asparagus stalk with a vegetable peeler. Place asparagus in boiling water and cook until tender, about 3 minutes. Drain and immediately transfer asparagus to ice-water bath until cool; drain.

Stacey Pokluda
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved the asparagus, and they even asked for seconds!


Cherry Bloom (Junebug)
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I'm not a big fan of asparagus, but I decided to give this recipe a try. I was pleasantly surprised! The asparagus was cooked perfectly, and the lemon-butter sauce really made it.


obozo divine964
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I love that this recipe is so versatile. You can serve it as a side dish, or add it to salads, pasta dishes, or even omelets.


Lydia Wanjira
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover asparagus. I had some extra from a previous meal, and this was the perfect way to use it up.


Sami Mughal
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook asparagus, and this recipe definitely delivered. The combination of flavors was spot-on.


Syed Jabir ali
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I'm new to cooking, and this recipe was easy enough for me to follow. The step-by-step instructions made the process foolproof.


luli llabjani
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I made this recipe for a dinner party, and everyone raved about it. The asparagus was cooked to perfection, and the lemon-butter sauce was divine.


Muhammad arshman09
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I've been looking for a healthy asparagus recipe, and this one fits the bill perfectly. It's low in calories and fat, and packed with nutrients.


MD SHORIF UDDIN
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. With just a few ingredients, you can create a dish that is both healthy and flavorful.


Ayub Ali (FusionCrashedGamer)
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5 stars! This recipe is a keeper. I've made it several times now, and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Wyatt Jack
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This was my first time cooking asparagus, and it turned out fantastic! The instructions were easy to follow, and the result was delicious.


Kush Pandey
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I'm not typically a fan of asparagus, but this recipe has changed my mind. The blanching process really enhances the flavor and texture.


Gia Bolton
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This asparagus recipe is a game-changer! Simple yet elegant, it brings out the natural flavor of the asparagus perfectly. Highly recommend!