Asparagus Spears with Lemon Dipping Sauce
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This recipe makes 35 servings
Nutritional Info |
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|---|---|
| Per piece: about | - |
| cal | 8 |
| pro | 1 g |
| total fat | 0 |
| sat. fat | 0 |
| carb | 1 g |
| fibre | 0 |
| chol | 0 mg |
| sodium | 9 mg |
| % RDI: | - |
| calcium | 1 |
| iron | 1 |
| vit A | 1 |
| vit C | 3 |
| folate | 12 |
The arrival of tasty locally grown asparagus at your grocery store is a sure sign of spring, and this dish showcases it beautifully.
Ingredients
- 1 kg asparagus spears
- 1/4 cup buttermilk
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh dill
- 2 tbsp light mayonnaise
- 1 tsp grated lemon rind
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp granulated sugar
Preparation
Snap tough woody stems, about 1 inch (2.5 cm), off asparagus. In skillet, bring 1 inch (2.5 cm) water to boil. Add asparagus; cover and cook until tender-crisp, 4 to 6 minutes. Drain and chill under cold water. Set aside on towel-lined tray. (Make-ahead: Cover; refrigerate for up to 1 day.)
In small bowl, whisk together buttermilk, dill, mayonnaise, lemon rind and juice, and sugar. Serve with asparagus for dipping.
- Keywords : Dinner; Sides; Asparagus; Lemons; Vegetarian;
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