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Blanched asparagus with maple-dijon vinaigrette, served in a white dish.

Ingredients

  • 2 bunches of asparagus
  • 2 1/2 teaspoons red wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup
  • 1/2 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 tablespoon garlic minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • Pinch of pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
  • Trim the woody ends of the asparagus and place them into the water once it's boiling
  • Blanch 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 the red wine vinegar, maple syrup, Dijon mustard, garlic, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
  • Once mixed, slowly add in the olive oil.
  • Drain the asparagus and drizzle with the dressing.
  • Devour!

Nutrition Info:

Calories: 61kcal (3%) Carbohydrates: 6.6g (2%) Protein: 1.6g (3%) Fat: 4.5g (7%) Saturated Fat: 0.5g (3%) Sodium: 192.2mg (8%) Fiber: 1.5g (6%) Sugar: 3g (3%)

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