Asparagus with Toasted Pine Nuts & Lemon Vinaigrette

Asparagus is a nutrient-dense vegetable that is low in calories and high in vitamins A, C, and K. It is also a natural diuretic and has been used for centuries for its medicinal properties.

This is vegan, gluten free, low carb and quick meals recipe. Dish can be prepared in 20 minutes. Even a beginner can handle preparing this dish. Number of ingredients: 8.

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Asparagus with Toasted Pine Nuts & Lemon Vinaigrette

Cooking Method: Boiling, Toasting Cuisine: Mediterranean, Vegetarian Courses: Appetizer, Lunch, Side Dish Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Low Carb Vegan

Difficulty: Beginner Prep Time 10 min Cook Time 10 min Total Time 20 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 600

Best Season: Spring

Ingredients

Servings

• 500 gram Asparagus
• 50 gram Pine Nuts
• 1 unit Lemon
• 2 tablespoon Olive Oil
• 1 teaspoon Dijon Mustard
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black Pepper

Instructions

1. Trim the tough ends of the asparagus and blanch them in boiling water for 2 minutes. Drain and set aside.
2. In a dry skillet, toast the pine nuts over medium heat until golden brown. Set aside.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and black pepper to make the vinaigrette.
4. Arrange the blanched asparagus on a serving platter. Drizzle the vinaigrette over the asparagus.
5. Sprinkle the toasted pine nuts on top. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 150kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 10g16%

Total Carbohydrate 10g4%

Sugars 2g

Protein 5g10%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.