Warm Asparagus Vinaigrette

Elevate your side dish game with this Warm Asparagus Vinaigrette, a perfect balance of crisp, tender asparagus and a tangy, aromatic dressing. This recipe showcases blanched asparagus spears drizzled with a velvety vinaigrette made from extra-virgin olive oil, white wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, and a touch of honey for subtle sweetness. Accentuated by the savoriness of garlic and shallots, and finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and vibrant lemon zest, every bite bursts with flavor. Ready in just 20 minutes, this elegant yet easy dish is ideal for springtime gatherings, holiday spreads, or as a delightful accompaniment to grilled meats or seafood. Serve it warm for maximum impact and enjoy a refreshing twist on a classic vegetable side. Keywords: warm asparagus recipe, asparagus with vinaigrette, easy vegetable sides, spring asparagus recipe, healthy side dish ideas.

Nutriscore Rating: 82/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 g asparagus
• 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 tbsp white wine vinegar
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard
• 1 clove garlic
• 1 small shallot
• 1 tsp honey
• 0.5 tsp salt
• 0.25 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp parsley
• 1 tsp lemon zest

Directions

Step 1

Trim the tough ends off the asparagus and rinse them thoroughly under cold water.

Step 2

Bring a large pot of water to a boil and prepare an ice bath by filling a large bowl with ice water.

Step 3

Blanch the asparagus in the boiling water for 2-3 minutes until they are tender but still crisp. Immediately transfer them to the ice bath to halt the cooking process. Drain and set aside.

Step 4

Finely mince the garlic and shallot. Chop the parsley and set it aside for garnish.

Step 5

In a small saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and shallot, cooking for 1-2 minutes until fragrant and softened, but not browned.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to low and whisk in the white wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and black pepper. Stir until the vinaigrette is well combined and heated through. Remove from heat.

Step 7

Arrange the blanched asparagus on a serving platter. Drizzle the warm vinaigrette over the asparagus.

Step 8

Sprinkle the chopped parsley and lemon zest on top for a bright, fresh finish.

Step 9

Serve immediately while the asparagus is still warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(597.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	175.1

Total Fat 1.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1314.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 34.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.5g	0%
Total Sugars 18.5g
Protein 12.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 161.7mg	0%
Iron 11.8mg	0%
Potassium 1198.6mg	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: 7.6%

Protein: 24.4%

Carbs: 68.0%