Best 20 Tarragon Vinaigrette Recipes

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Escape the ordinary with Tarragon Vinaigrette, a symphony of bright, tangy flavors to elevate your culinary repertoire. This versatile dressing is the perfect harmonious balance of aromatic tarragon, tangy vinegar, and rich, flavorful oil, creating an exquisite fusion that transforms simple salads into extraordinary culinary experiences. Whether you prefer a classic French vinaigrette, a creamy avocado delight, or a tangy orange burst, this article presents a trio of tarragon vinaigrette recipes that cater to diverse palates and preferences. Dive into the world of tarragon vinaigrette and unleash your inner chef, as we guide you through the steps to create these culinary masterpieces.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

LEMON-MUSTARD-TARRAGON VINAIGRETTE



Lemon-Mustard-Tarragon Vinaigrette image

Provided by Bobby Flay

Categories     condiment

Time 10m

Yield about 1 cup

Number Of Ingredients 6

Zest and juice of 1 large lemon
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon chopped fresh tarragon
1 teaspoon clover honey
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup olive oil or canola oil

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, zest, mustard, tarragon, honey, and a little salt and pepper. Slowly whisk in the olive oil until emulsified.

ASPARAGUS WITH CREAMY TARRAGON VINAIGRETTE



Asparagus with Creamy Tarragon Vinaigrette image

Provided by Nancy Fuller

Categories     side-dish

Time 20m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 bunch asparagus, ends trimmed (about 1 pound 4 ounces)
2 tablespoons olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Spring mix lettuce, for serving
Creamy Herb Vinaigrette, recipe follows
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon chopped fresh tarragon
1/2 small shallot, minced

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Line a sheet tray with foil.
  • Add the asparagus in a single row to the prepared sheet tray. Drizzle with the olive oil, toss, and then season with some salt and pepper. Roast until tender, 15 minutes.
  • Serve on a bed of spring mix and drizzle with the Creamy Herb Vinaigrette.
  • Add the mayonnaise, vinegar, mustard, tarragon and shallots to a bowl and whisk until smooth and emulsified.

ASPARAGUS WITH TARRAGON SHERRY VINAIGRETTE



Asparagus with Tarragon Sherry Vinaigrette image

Categories     Egg     Steam     Vegetarian     Asparagus     Spring     Tarragon     Gourmet

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 lb medium asparagus, trimmed
1 tablespoon Sherry vinegar
2 teaspoons minced shallot
1/4 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 1/2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh tarragon
1 large egg, hard-boiled

Steps:

  • Steam asparagus on a steamer rack set over boiling water, covered, until just tender, 3 to 5 minutes (depending on thickness), then transfer to a bowl of ice water to stop cooking. Drain well and pat dry with paper towels.
  • Whisk together vinegar, shallot, mustard, salt, and pepper in a small bowl and add oil in a slow stream, whisking until emulsified. Whisk in tarragon.
  • Halve egg and force each half through a coarse sieve into a bowl. Toss asparagus with 1 tablespoon vinaigrette and divide among 4 plates. Spoon remaining dressing over asparagus and top with egg.

GRILLED POTATO SALAD WITH ARUGULA, GOAT CHEESE AND LEMON-MUSTARD-TARRAGON VINAIGRETTE



Grilled Potato Salad with Arugula, Goat Cheese and Lemon-Mustard-Tarragon Vinaigrette image

Provided by Bobby Flay

Categories     side-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 pounds baby red potatoes
Canola oil, for tossing
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup Lemon-Mustard-Tarragon Vinaigrette, recipe follows
4 ounces baby arugula
4 ounces soft goat cheese, in small pieces
Zest and juice of 1 large lemon
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon chopped fresh tarragon
1 teaspoon clover honey
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup olive oil or canola oil

Steps:

  • Put the potatoes in a pot of generously salted water and bring to a boil over high heat. Boil until the potatoes are just tender, about 8 minutes. Drain and cool slightly, then cut the potatoes into quarters.
  • Heat a charcoal or gas grill to medium-high.
  • Toss the potatoes with a little canola oil and season with salt and pepper. Put the potatoes in a grill basket and grill, covered, tossing and turning occasionally, until lightly charred in spots, about 5 minutes.
  • Transfer the potatoes to a bowl and immediately add the vinaigrette. Put the arugula on top and scatter the goat cheese over the arugula. Season with salt and pepper. Quickly and gently fold the mixture once or twice to combine. Serve warm or at room temperature.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the lemon zest and juice, mustard, tarragon, honey, and a little salt and pepper. Slowly whisk in the olive oil until emulsified.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 400 calorie, Fat 23 grams, SaturatedFat 6 grams, Cholesterol 13 milligrams, Sodium 550 milligrams, Carbohydrate 39 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 10 grams, Sugar 5 grams

CREAMY TARRAGON VINAIGRETTE



Creamy Tarragon Vinaigrette image

Use this dressing when making our Fingerling Potato Salad with Sugar Snap Peas.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Healthy Recipes     Gluten-Free Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 teaspoons tarragon vinegar
3/4 teaspoon Dijon mustard
Coarse salt
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh tarragon
Freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Stir together tarragon vinegarand Dijon mustard; season withcoarse salt. Pour in olive oil in a slow, steady stream, whisking untilemulsified. Stir in sour cream and tarragon.Season with freshly ground pepper.

ASPARAGUS WITH HAZELNUTS AND TARRAGON VINAIGRETTE



Asparagus with Hazelnuts and Tarragon Vinaigrette image

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.

GRILLED FINGERLING POTATOES WITH CREAMY TARRAGON VINAIGRETTE



Grilled Fingerling Potatoes with Creamy Tarragon Vinaigrette image

Provided by Bobby Flay

Categories     side-dish

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 cup white wine vinegar
Water, as needed
1 tablespoon chopped shallot
1 tablespoon mustard
1 tablespoon mayonnaise
2 tablespoons chopped fresh tarragon leaves, plus leaves for garnish
1/2 cup canola oil, plus more as needed
Salt and freshly cracked black pepper
12 fingerling potatoes, par-boiled and halved

Steps:

  • Preheat a grill to medium heat.
  • Combine the vinegar, a splash of water, the shallots, mustard, mayonnaise and tarragon in a blender and puree until smooth. With the motor still running, slowly pour in the oil and blend until the vinaigrette has emulsified. Adjust the seasoning with salt and black pepper, to taste.
  • Brush the potatoes with some canola oil and season them with salt and black pepper, to taste. Grill them, cut side down, until they are lightly golden, then turn them over and continue grilling until they are just cooked through. Transfer them to a platter and immediately drizzle with the vinaigrette. Garnish with a few tarragon leaves and serve.

ASPARAGUS, ARTICHOKE, AND MUSHROOM SAUTé WITH TARRAGON VINAIGRETTE



Asparagus, Artichoke, and Mushroom Sauté with Tarragon Vinaigrette image

Categories     Mushroom     Artichoke     Asparagus     Summer     Tarragon

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

Tarragon Vinaigrette
6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons white wine vinegar
2 tablespoons chopped fresh tarragon leaves
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Vegetable Sauté
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 large shallot, sliced
1 garlic clove, minced
8 ounces button mushrooms, trimmed and sliced
1 bunch of asparagus (1 pound), trimmed and cut in 3-inch pieces
1 (8-ounce) package frozen artichoke hearts, thawed
1/2 pint teardrop tomatoes, halved
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • For the Tarragon Vinaigrette
  • Combine the oil, vinegar, tarragon, salt, and pepper in a glass screw-top jar. Seal the jar and shake vigorously to mix.
  • For the Vegetable Sauté
  • Warm the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shallot and garlic and sauté until tender, about 2 minutes. Add the mushrooms and cook until golden, about 5 minutes, stirring frequently. Add the asparagus and artichokes and cook until the asparagus is tender, about 5 more minutes, stirring occasionally. Turn off the heat and add the tomatoes, salt, and pepper; toss with the vinaigrette.
  • Transfer to a serving bowl and serve immediately.

ROASTED RED AND YELLOW BEETS WITH GOAT CHEESE AND LEMON-TARRAGON VINAIGRETTE



Roasted Red and Yellow Beets with Goat Cheese and Lemon-Tarragon Vinaigrette image

Provided by Bobby Flay

Categories     appetizer

Time 1h20m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 large red beets, trimmed of all but 1-inch of greens
2 large yellow beets, trimmed of all but 1-inch of greens
6 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon finely chopped tarragon leaves
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 pound arugula, washed and dried
8 ounces soft goat cheese, crumbled
1/4 cup toasted pine nuts

Steps:

  • Preheat grill. Rub beets with 2 tablespoons of the olive oil and wrap separately in aluminum foil. Place on the grill over medium heat and let cook for 1 hour or until tender. Remove from foil and let cool slightly. Peel and cut into 1-inch pieces. Whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice and tarragon and season with salt and pepper.
  • Arrange the arugula on a platter, top with beets and goat cheese and drizzle with lemon vinaigrette. Sprinkle with pine nuts.

GRILLED LEEKS WITH TARRAGON VINAIGRETTE



Grilled Leeks with Tarragon Vinaigrette image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 tablespoons tarragon white wine vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus for brushing
8 medium to small leeks, dark green parts removed
2 tablespoons chopped toasted hazelnuts

Steps:

  • In a bowl or jar, combine the vinegar, mustard and some salt and pepper. Whisk to combine, and then slowly pour in the olive oil while whisking. Set aside.
  • Trim the roots off the leeks, leaving some of the root end intact so the leeks hold together. Cut the leeks in half lengthwise and rinse very well--they are usually pretty sandy and dirty.
  • Add about 1 inch of water to a large pot over medium-high heat. Insert a steamer basket and set the leeks into the steamer. Cover and cook until softened and tender when the white end is pierced with a paring knife, about 5 minutes. Remove the leeks from the steamer, pat dry and transfer to a shallow dish. Brush with olive oil and season generously with salt and pepper.
  • Heat a grill pan or grill to medium-high heat. Add the leeks, cut-side down, and cook until grill marks form, about 3 minutes. Flip and repeat. Remove to a serving platter, drizzle over some of the vinaigrette and sprinkle with the hazelnuts.

SUMMER BEAN SALAD WITH TARRAGON VINAIGRETTE



Summer Bean Salad with Tarragon Vinaigrette image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 40m

Yield 10 to 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

1/2 pound Romano or green beans, cut into 1-inch lengths, blanched until tender and chilled
1/2 pound Yellow wax beans, prepared as above for green beans
1/2 pound fresh soybeans, blanched and chilled
2 pounds fresh fava beans, shelled and cooked until tender
1 can garbanzo beans, drained and rinsed
3 bunches green onion, cleaned and finely minced
1 large red onion, peeled and finely diced
4 stalks celery, finely diced
1 large yellow bell pepper, finely diced
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh tarragon
1 bottle dry white wine (Chardonnay, etc.)
Stems of 1 bunch tarragon (save leaves for the salad)
3 shallots, peeled and finely minced
2 lemons, zested and juiced, finely chop the zest and set the juice aside
2 tablespoons rice vinegar (unseasoned)
1 to 1/2 cups pure olive oil
Salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Combine the first 10 ingredients in a large mixing bowl. Set aside while you make the vinaigrette using the remaining ingredients.
  • Place the wine in a saucepan with the tarragon stems and reduce over medium-high heat to 1-cup liquid. Immediately pour the hot, reduced wine over the chopped shallots and lemon zest in a medium-sized bowl. Let sit together and cool to room temperature (or place in refrigerator to speed up process). Remove the tarragon stems and discard. Whisk in the lemon juice and rice vinegar. Continue whisking, drizzling in the olive oil, tasting as you go. Season with salt and pepper as needed, and add a bit more lemon juice or rice vinegar if more acidity is desired.
  • Combine the vinaigrette with the beans and vegetables and tarragon and taste again for seasonin

TOMATO-AND-CUCUMBER SALAD WITH TARRAGON-AND-CHAMPAGNE VINAIGRETTE



Tomato-and-Cucumber Salad With Tarragon-And-Champagne Vinaigrette image

Provided by Molly O'Neill

Categories     salads and dressings, appetizer

Time 10m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons Champagne vinegar
1 tablespoon minced shallot
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 pints (about 1 1/2 pounds) red or yellow cherry tomatoes, halved
6 small kirby cucumbers, peeled, halved and thinly sliced
1/2 small red onion, very thinly sliced
1/2 cup chives, cut into 1-inch lengths
2 tablespoons minced tarragon leaves
1 tablespoon chopped mint leaves
6-8 outer leaves from a head of green lettuce

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, whisk together the olive oil, vinegar, shallot, salt and pepper. Add the tomatoes, cucumbers, onion and chives and toss to coat. Add the tarragon and mint and toss again. Line a serving bowl with the lettuce leaves and transfer the salad to it. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 194, UnsaturatedFat 12 grams, Carbohydrate 17 grams, Fat 14 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 3 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 401 milligrams, Sugar 9 grams

WHITE-BEAN-AND-SHRIMP SALAD WITH TARRAGON VINAIGRETTE



White-Bean-And-Shrimp Salad With Tarragon Vinaigrette image

Provided by Molly O'Neill

Categories     brunch, dinner, lunch, salads and dressings, main course

Time 1h

Yield Four servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 cup navy beans, soaked in water overnight and drained
4 cups water
2 sprigs fresh thyme
1 bay leaf
1 clove garlic, peeled and crushed
1 pound shrimp, cooked and shelled
1 cup slivered fennel
1 teaspoon salt
Freshly ground pepper to taste
2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives, for garnish
4 teaspoons Sherry vinegar
4 teaspoons olive oil
2 tablespoons chopped fresh tarragon
1/4 teaspoon salt
Freshly ground pepper to taste

Steps:

  • To make the salad, place the beans, water, thyme, bay leaf and garlic in a medium saucepan and bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer, cover and cook until the beans are tender but not mushy, about 45 minutes. Drain and remove thyme, bay leaf and garlic. Place in a large bowl and set aside until cool. Toss in the shrimp, fennel, salt and pepper.
  • To make the vinaigrette, whisk together all ingredients. Toss with the salad. Divide among 4 plates, garnish with the chives and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 316, UnsaturatedFat 5 grams, Carbohydrate 37 grams, Fat 7 grams, Fiber 10 grams, Protein 28 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 1022 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams, TransFat 0 grams

WARM ASPARAGUS WITH TARRAGON VINAIGRETTE



Warm Asparagus With Tarragon Vinaigrette image

This is one of two Runner-Up recipes for 1993 in the San Francisco Chronicle, and was developed by Georgeanne Brennan.

Provided by evelynathens

Categories     Vegetable

Time 13m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1/4 cup champagne vinegar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
1/2 cup olive oil
2 shallots, peeled and finely chopped
2 tablespoons minced fresh tarragon
2 lbs asparagus

Steps:

  • Put the mustard in a small bowl. Whisk in the vinegar, salt and pepper. Slowly add the olive oil, whisking constantly, until completely incorporated. Stir in the shallots and tarragon. Set aside for at least 15 minutes.
  • Trim the asparagus, discarding woody ends. Steam, roast or grill the spears whole until just tender when pierced with a fork. Do not overcook.
  • Arrange the still-warm asparagus on a warm serving plate, spoon the dressing over it and turn the asparagus gently to coat.

EASY TARRAGON VINAIGRETTE



Easy Tarragon Vinaigrette image

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Cuisine-Inspired Recipes     French Recipes

Yield Makes 3/4 cup

Number Of Ingredients 4

1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
4 tablespoons whole fresh tarragon leaves, cut into thirds

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice and oil until well blended. Season with salt and pepper. Just before serving, stir in the tarragon. Serve this vinaigrette on the day it is made.

TARRAGON VINAIGRETTE



Tarragon Vinaigrette image

"This is a great dressing for perking up any kind of salad," says Tammy Landry of Saucier, Mississippi. "Try mixing it into potato salad-it will tingle your taste buds!"

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons powdered fruit pectin
3 tablespoons boiling water
1/3 cup thawed apple juice concentrate
3 tablespoons tarragon vinegar
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon minced fresh tarragon
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, dissolve pectin in boiling water; set aside. In a small bowl, whisk the apple juice concentrate, vinegar, mustard, oil, tarragon, pepper and pectin mixture. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 71 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 124mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein. Diabetic Exchanges

BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE WITH FRESH TARRAGON



Balsamic Vinaigrette With Fresh Tarragon image

This is a super easy and incredibly delicious dressing that I love to toss onto a salad of fresh greens, toasted walnuts and sliced pears or apples. Add a little crumbled blue cheese and you've got the most amazing salad, ever.

Provided by hollyfrolly

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 10m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/3 cup balsamic vinegar
1 cup extra virgin olive oil
1 garlic clove, minced (or pressed)
3/4 tablespoon tarragon, freshly minced
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Whisk together all ingredients and refrigerate left overs for up to one week.

MIXED GREENS WITH TARRAGON VINAIGRETTE



Mixed Greens with Tarragon Vinaigrette image

Categories     Salad     Leafy Green     Quick & Easy     Low Cal     Tarragon     Gourmet

Yield Serves 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1/2 teaspoons Dijon-style mustard
1 shallot, minced
4 teaspoons tarragon white-wine vinegar
2 tablespoons minced fresh tarragon leaves or 1 teaspoon dried, crumbled
1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
8 cups torn mixed baby greens such as red or green oak-leaf and Lollo
rosso lettuces (available at specialty produce markets and some supermarkets), rinsed well and spun dry

Steps:

  • In a large bowl whisk together the mustard, the shallot, the vinegar, the tarragon, and salt and pepper to taste, add the oil in a stream, whisking, and whisk the dressing until it is emulsified. Add the greens and toss the salad well.

GRILLED VEGETABLE SALAD WITH TARRAGON VINAIGRETTE



Grilled Vegetable Salad With Tarragon Vinaigrette image

My taste testers described this salad as an 'explosion of flavor' in your mouth . . .starts out subtle and then builds! Note: To simplify preparation, the blanching of the beans and steaming of the potatoes can be done in advance!

Provided by Galley Wench

Categories     Potato

Time 1h

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 23

1 lb French haricots vert, trimmed (thin green beans)
1 1/2 lbs new potatoes, washed and cut in half
3 large zucchini, sliced lengthwise
2 large sweet onions, sliced 1/4 inch thick
1 large red pepper
1 large yellow pepper
3 (4 inch) portobello mushroom caps
olive oil (for basting)
1 head romaine lettuce, chopped (optonal)
salt
pepper
1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
3/4 cup chopped walnuts, toasted
1 sprig fresh tarragon
1/3 cup white wine vinegar
2 teaspoons whole grain mustard (to taste)
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (to taste)
2 small shallots, diced
1/2 teaspoon garlic, minced
1 cup salad oil (I used red pepper infused olive oil)
2 tablespoons fresh tarragon, coarsely chopped (and muddled)
1 teaspoon lemon pepper (to taste)
1 pinch sugar (to taste)

Steps:

  • Chill salad plates.
  • VINAIGRETTE:.
  • Muddle the tarragon with a mortar and pestle (or mash between to tablespoons).
  • In a small bowl, whisk together vinegar and mustards. Add oil in a slow stream, whisking until well blended. Stir in shallots, garlic and and tarragon. Add lemon pepper to taste.
  • BLANCH BEANS:.
  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a rapid boil.
  • Drop the beans into the rapidly boiling water and bring back to a boil and cook uncovered for 8 - 10 minutes, testing the the beans after 8 minutes.
  • Once desired doneness is reached, immediately drain in colander and run cold water over them to stop the cooking process.
  • Drain and transfer to a mixing bowl, toss with 1/4 cup vinaigrette; set aside.
  • PREPARE VEGETABLES FOR GRILLING:.
  • Salt zucchini and place cut side down on wire rack which has been placed on cookie sheet to collect the water. Allow to sit for 20 minutes.
  • Place potatoes in a steamer (or use a microwave steam bag) and steam until partially cooked, approximately 4-5 minutes (less for microwave), Time will vary depending on size of the potatoes.
  • To Grill Vegetables:.
  • Preheat grill and oil grate (or better yet use a grill pan, which keeps the smaller pieces from going through the grate).
  • Place peppers on grill and blacken on all sides; transfer from grill to a covered dish for 10 minutes, then peel the blackened skin off. (Do not run under water as you will lose flavor.) Cut into 1-inch pieces. Set aside.
  • Brush zucchini, onions, mushrooms and potatoes with olive oil.
  • Grill over hot coals to desired doneness, approximately 4-6 minutes per side, or until grill marks are apparent on both sides.
  • Remove from grill and cool slightly.
  • Cut vegetables into 1-inch pieces.
  • Place grilled vegetables in large bowl and toss with 1/2 cup vinaigrette; top with green beans (drizzling the vinaigrette over the vegetables).
  • Line chilled serving plates with Roamaine lettuce; top with grilled vegetables.
  • Crumb feta cheese on top; and garnish with toasted walnuts and tarragon leaves.
  • Pass remaining dressing.

LEEKS AND TARRAGON IN DIJON VINAIGRETTE



Leeks and Tarragon in Dijon Vinaigrette image

Topped with warm walnuts, this side dish pairs perfectly with poultry and potatoes!

Provided by Emily Ott

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables

Time 35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup walnuts
6 large leeks
½ cup extra-virgin olive oil
kosher salt and ground black pepper to taste
¼ cup white wine vinegar
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons whole-grain mustard
2 cloves garlic, grated
⅓ cup coarsely chopped fresh tarragon

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Place walnuts on a baking sheet.
  • Trim ends of leeks around 1 to 2 inches from dark green tops and cut into 1/2-inch-thick rounds; rinse.
  • Place leeks into a large pot of lightly salted water and bring to a boil. Cook until tender yet firm to the bite, 10 to 12 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, toast walnuts in the preheated oven, tossing halfway through, until golden, 5 to 7 minutes. Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes; coarsely chop. Toss in a bowl with oil and salt. Drain leeks.
  • Whisk vinegar, Dijon mustard, whole-grain mustard, and garlic together in a bowl. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Place leeks on a platter and drizzle on vinaigrette, toasted walnuts, tarragon, and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 402.8 calories, Carbohydrate 26.4 g, Fat 32.2 g, Fiber 4.1 g, Protein 5.4 g, SaturatedFat 3.9 g, Sodium 282.7 mg, Sugar 6.4 g

Tips:

  • To make a classic tarragon vinaigrette, whisk together olive oil, vinegar, Dijon mustard, shallots, tarragon, salt, and pepper.
  • Use a variety of vinegars to create different flavors. White wine vinegar is a classic choice, but you can also try balsamic vinegar, apple cider vinegar, or rice vinegar.
  • Add some sweetness to the vinaigrette with honey, maple syrup, or agave nectar.
  • Add some heat to the vinaigrette with cayenne pepper, chili powder, or sriracha sauce.
  • Use fresh tarragon leaves for the best flavor. If you don't have fresh tarragon, you can use dried tarragon, but use less of it.
  • Let the vinaigrette rest for at least 30 minutes before using to allow the flavors to meld.
  • Store the vinaigrette in a jar or container with a tight-fitting lid in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Conclusion:

Tarragon vinaigrette is a delicious and versatile dressing that can be used on a variety of salads, vegetables, and meats. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So experiment with different ingredients and find your perfect tarragon vinaigrette recipe!

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