Asparagus with Butter Vinaigrette Recipe
Summary
Ingredients
| Asparagus | 2 Pound | |
| Unsalted butter | 3 Tablespoon | |
| Balsamic vinegar | 4 Teaspoon | |
| Salt | 3⁄4 Teaspoon | |
| Freshly ground pepper | To Taste |
Nutrition Facts
Serving size
Calories 87 Calories from Fat 55
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 6 g9.6%
Saturated Fat 3.9 g19.6%
Trans Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 16.1 mg5.4%
Sodium 246.9 mg10.3%
Total Carbohydrates 7 g2.2%
Dietary Fiber 3.2 g12.9%
Sugars 3.3 g
Protein 3 g6.9%
Vitamin A 26.6% Vitamin C 14.2%
Calcium 4% Iron 18.4%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Directions
1) Steam the asparagus until just tender, about 3 minutes.
2) Alternatively, in a large skillet of boiling salted water, cook the asparagus for about 3 minutes.
3) In the mean time, in a small nonreactive saucepan, melt the butter over moderate heat.
4) Add vinegar and salt to whisk.
5) In a large warm platter, transfer the asparagus.
6) Drizzle in the vinaigrette over the asparagus.
SERVING
7) Season the asparagus with pepper to taste and serve warm.
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