Asparagus With Fresh Citrus Dressing And Toasted A... |
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Prep Time: 0 Minutes Cook Time: 10 Minutes |
Ready In: 10 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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Easy, elegant and healthy. From, 101 Foods That Could Save Your Life. Ingredients:
2 tbs. sliced almonds |
1 1/2 - 2 pounds asparagus stalks, washed and trimmed |
1/4 tsp. freshly grated orange zest |
1 tbs. orange juice |
1 tsp. fresh lemon juice |
2 tbs. extra-virgin olive oil |
kosher salt and fresh ground pepper to taste |
Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
2. Toast almonds in a small shallow baking dish until golden brown; 4 to 5 minutes.
3. Steam asparagus until crisp and tender, about 4 to 5 minutes.
4. Transfer hot asparagus to serving bowl or platter.
5. In a small bowl, whisk together orange zest, orange juice, lemon juice, olive oil and salt and pepper to taste.
6. Spoon orange dressing over top of asparagus and sprinkle with almonds.
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