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Asparagus with Lemon Zest and Vinaigrette - Recipe

What could be better than tender, steamed or grilled asparagus spears, flavored with lemon and drizzled with simple balsamic vinaigrette? With a crisp-tender texture and garden-fresh flavor, this asparagus recipe would win anyone's heart.
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Asparagus with Lemon Zest and Vinaigrette Recipe
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:
  • Place all ingredients in a glass jar and shake well.
  • Store in the refrigerator.
     
     
    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Cook Time: 10 minutes
    Container: steamer, frying pan or grill pan
    Servings: 8
    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