Asparagus with Lemon Zest and Vinaigrette Recipe

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What could be better than tender, steamed or grilled asparagus spears, flavored with lemon and drizzled with a simple balsamic vinaigrette?

Directions

ASPARAGUS:

Steam asparagus in stearmer or in a frying pan filled with cold water to cover asparagus.
Simmer until crisp tender, approximately 10 minutes.
If using a grill pan, drizzle 2 tablespoons of olive oil on pan, heat to medium, place asparagus in a single layer on pan.
Grill until bright green in color, 5 minutes, then turn each spear and grill 2-3 minutes more.
They should be bright green and have grill marks in places.
Sprinkle with sesame seeds.
If steaming or simmering, remove to papertowels to drain, then place directly on a platter when done.
Drizzle with white balsamic vinaigrette and sprinkle with two tablespoons lemon zest.

VINAIGRETTE:

Container: steamer, frying pan or grill pan

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

Serving Description: 4-5 spears

Servings: 8

Enter desired servings:

Ingredients

		ASPARAGUS:
-		36 medium to large asparagus stalks (2 bunches) - woody bottoms snapped off
-		1/4 cup white balsamic vinaigrette - see below
-		2 tablespoons lemon zest plus lemon slices for garnish
-		3 tablespoons sesame seeds

		VINAIGRETTE:
-		3/4 cup olive oil
-		3 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar
-		1 teaspoon dried mustard
-		1/2 teaspoon sugar
-		1/2 teaspoon salt
-		1 clove garlic - crushed through a press