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Zesty Marinated Asparagus

By: KNITMAMA 
"Tender asparagus is marinated in a balsamic vinaigrette and sprinkled with tangy lemon zest and fresh parsley. This is a quick and easy side dish."

This Kitchen Approved Recipe has an average star rating of 4.5 Rate/Review | Read Reviews (45)

Prep Time:
30 Min
Cook Time:
5 Min
Ready In:
3 Hrs

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Ingredients

  • 2 pounds fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2 1/2 inch pieces
  • 1 1/2 cups balsamic vinaigrette salad dressing
  • 2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Directions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Blanch asparagus just until tender, about 1 minute. Plunge into a bowl of cold water to cool. Drain asparagus and place in a large resealable plastic bag. Pour in vinaigrette and seal bag. Refrigerate at least 3 hours, turning bag occasionally.
  2. Just before serving, drain asparagus, reserving vinaigrette. Arrange on a serving platter and sprinkle with lemon zest, parsley, salt, and pepper. Serve reserved vinaigrette in a small dish on the side.

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 317 | Total Fat: 27.5g | Cholesterol: 0mg Powered by ESHA Nutrient Database

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The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 28, 2005 by HALANNIE   view full review
I made this for Easter with ham and cheddar potatoes and everyone loved it. I just sent the...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 27, 2003 by TMCLARTY   view full review
This was awesome! No one in my family expected to like this, even me, but it was really...
The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 27, 2004 by COASTERBRAKE   view full review
It was allright. Nothing you can't do with packaged Italian dressing. Also, keep in mind that...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 2, 2009 by SILVERAIN54   view full review
I have never EVER liked asparagus before but decided to give it another try as I am on a...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 10, 2003 by QUEENOFCOOKING   view full review
Great recipe for a veggie I usually add butter, salt and pepper. I used Ken's bottled light...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 2, 2011 by Kitten   view full review
I think this would have been better for me if I had used a better balsamic vinaigrette...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 3, 2007 by Chikee   view full review
This is my favorite way to cook asparagus....hands down. I have eaten it both cold, as...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 24, 2005 by MARMARL   view full review
I didn't eat these, my husband beat me to it. He found them marinating in the fridge and...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 27, 2009 by StephD   view full review
WONDERFUL!!! I made with my own mixture of balsamic, olive oil, dijon mustard, basil and sugar.
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 24, 2008 by Laura Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)  view full review
This was a nice addition to a fried chicken, mashed potato, and gravy meal. I used a 2.5 lb...

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