Cold Asparagus with Walnuts

Elevate your summer meals with this vibrant and refreshing Cold Asparagus with Walnuts recipe. Crisp, blanched asparagus spears take center stage, complemented by the delightful crunch of toasted walnuts and a zesty homemade dressing made with extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, honey, and Dijon mustard. A sprinkle of fresh parsley ties it all together for a dish that's as visually appealing as it is delicious. Perfectly chilled, this no-fuss side dish is ready in just 15 minutes and is ideal for picnics, barbecues, or light lunches. Packed with nutrients and full of bright, tangy flavors, this recipe is a must-try for anyone seeking a quick and healthy culinary delight!

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams asparagus
• 75 grams walnuts
• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1.5 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 0.5 teaspoons Dijon mustard
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Prepare the asparagus by washing it thoroughly and trimming off the woody ends.

Step 2

Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add a pinch of salt.

Step 3

Blanch the asparagus in the boiling water for 2-3 minutes until they are bright green and just tender.

Step 4

Immediately transfer the asparagus to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process and maintain a crisp texture. Let them cool completely for about 2 minutes.

Step 5

While the asparagus cools, toast the walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant and lightly browned. Remove from heat and let cool, then roughly chop them.

Step 6

In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.

Step 7

Drain the asparagus and pat dry with a clean kitchen towel or paper towel.

Step 8

Arrange the asparagus on a serving platter and drizzle with the prepared dressing.

Step 9

Sprinkle the chopped walnuts and freshly chopped parsley over the asparagus.

Step 10

Serve immediately as a delicious chilled side dish or refrigerate for up to 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(663.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	986.3

Total Fat 92.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 35.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1254.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 37.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.0g	0%
Total Sugars 17.7g
Protein 22.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 208.3mg	0%
Iron 13.5mg	0%
Potassium 1437.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 77.4%

Protein: 8.5%

Carbs: 14.1%