Description
Tarragon Asparagus Salad is a delightful dish that combines the crispness of fresh asparagus with the aromatic flavor of tarragon. Here’s a recipe to prepare this refreshing salad:
Ingredients
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- 1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 2 tablespoons fresh tarragon, finely chopped
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Optional: 1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted
Instructions
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Blanch the Asparagus:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
- Add the asparagus and cook for 2-3 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp.
- Transfer the asparagus to an ice bath to halt the cooking process and preserve the color.
- Drain and pat dry.
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Prepare the Dressing:
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, white wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, and chopped tarragon until emulsified.
- Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
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Assemble the Salad:
- Arrange the blanched asparagus on a serving platter.
- Drizzle the tarragon dressing over the asparagus.
- If desired, sprinkle with toasted sliced almonds for added texture.
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Serve:
- Serve immediately as a side dish or appetizer.
Notes
- For a vegan version, substitute honey with maple syrup or agave nectar.
- To toast sliced almonds, place them in a dry skillet over medium heat, stirring frequently until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg