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Asparagus with toasted walnuts

Contributed By: whyistheq
my mother

Serving size is 1/12.

Ingredients

2 pounds Asparagus

2 tablespoons White balsamic vinegar

1 tablespoon Walnut oil

1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

3/4 teaspoon Salt

1/4 cup Walnut pieces, toasted

1/2 teaspoon Coarsely ground pepper

Preparation

1.) Wash and trim fibrous asparagus stalks.

2.) Blanch asparagus in a large pan of salted boiling water until just crisp-tender, about 4 minutes.

3.) Using tongs, transfer asparagus to large bowl of ice water.

4.) Cool asparagus for 1 minute then drain on layers of paper towels

5.) Place asparagus in large bowl

Dressing:

6.) Whisk together vinegar, oil, mustard and salt in a small bowl

Finish:

7.) Drizzle dressing over asparagus and toss gently to coat

8.) Arrange asparagus on serving platter and sprinkle with walnuts and pepper

Cook's Notes

Can substitute olive oil for walnut oil. This recipe can be made the day before by storing the dressing in a separate container, and storing the asparagus in a plastic bag in layers of paper towels.

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Recipe Details

Total Preparation Time: 15 to 30 minutes
Ingredients: Vegetables
Actual Cooking Time: Less than 15 minutes
Number of Servings: More than 10
Origin: American
Special Features: Make Ahead
Meal Type: Entree

Nutrient Information

Calories: 37
Total Fat: 3g
Saturated Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 3g
Calcium: 12mg
Fiber: 1g