Zesty Marinated Asparagus

Name: Zesty Marinated Asparagus
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 180 min
Ingredients: 2 pounds fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2 1/2 inch pieces; 1.5 cups balsamic vinaigrette salad dressing; 2 teaspoons grated lemon zest; 0.25 cup chopped fresh parsley; 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt; 0.5 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

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Tender asparagus is marinated in a balsamic vinaigrette and sprinkled with tangy lemon zest and fresh parsley. This is a quick and easy side dish.

Recipe by J Carter Lebshier

Updated on April 18, 2023

Cooked and marinated asparagus on a platter with lemon slices

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Prep Time:

30 mins

Cook Time:

5 mins

Additional Time:

2 hrs 25 mins

Total Time:

3 hrs

Servings:

4

Yield:

4 servings

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Ingredients

2 pounds fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2 1/2 inch pieces
1 ½ cups balsamic vinaigrette salad dressing
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
½ teaspoon kosher salt
½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Directions

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Blanch asparagus just until tender, about 1 minute. Plunge into a bowl of cold water to cool. Drain asparagus and place in a large resealable plastic bag. Pour in vinaigrette and seal bag. Refrigerate at least 3 hours, turning bag occasionally.
Just before serving, drain asparagus, reserving vinaigrette. Arrange on a serving platter and sprinkle with lemon zest, parsley, salt, and pepper. Serve reserved vinaigrette in a small dish on the side.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

317	Calories
28g	Fat
18g	Carbs
5g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 317
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 28g	35%
Saturated Fat 3g	16%
Sodium 1783mg	78%
Total Carbohydrate 18g	7%
Dietary Fiber 4g	16%
Total Sugars 6g
Protein 5g
Vitamin C 22mg	111%
Calcium 55mg	4%
Iron 2mg	12%
Potassium 483mg	10%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.