Easy Blanched Asparagus Recipe with Maple Dijon Vinaigrette
This quick and easy Blanched Asparagus is marinated in maple Dijon vinaigrette! A healthy, tasty side dish that the whole family will love!
Servings 4 People, as a side
Calories 61kcal
Ingredients
- 2 Bunches of asparagus
- 2 1/2 tsps Red wine vinegar
- 1 Tbsp Maple syrup
- 1/2 Tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1/2 Tbsp Garlic minced
- 1/4 tsp Salt
- Pinch of Pepper
- 1 Tbsp Olive oil
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
- Break the spears off the top of the asparagus and place into the water once it has boiled.
- Boil for 2-3 minutes until the asparagus has turned bright green,
- Quickly transfer the asparagus into a large bowl of ice water, to halt cooking.
- Let it sit for 10 minutes.
- While the asparagus cools, mix together the red wine vinegar, maple syrup, Dijon mustard, garlic, salt and pepper in a small bowl.
- Once mixed, slowly mix in the olive oil.
- Dump the ice water out of the bowl of asparagus and add in the Dijon dressing, tossing until well combined.
- Devour!
Nutrition
Calories: 61kcal | Carbohydrates: 6.6g | Protein: 1.6g | Fat: 4.5g | Saturated Fat: 0.5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2.5g | Sodium: 192.2mg | Potassium: 206.8mg | Fiber: 1.5g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 420IU | Vitamin C: 13mg | Calcium: 19mg | Iron: 0.7mg