Asparagus with Greens Recipe

Name: Asparagus with Greens
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 ounces asparagus, trimmed; 1 tablespoon sesame seeds, toasted; 12 head curly endive lettuce; 12 head radicchio or 12 head red leaf lettuce; 2 teaspoons grated orange zest; ¼ cup orange juice; 2 tablespoons fresh basil, finly chopped; 2 tablespoons vinegar; 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard; salt and pepper; ¼ cup oil

Servings: persons

8 ounces asparagus, trimmed
1 tablespoon sesame seeds, toasted
12 head curly endive lettuce
12 head radicchio or 12 head red leaf lettuce
2 teaspoons grated orange zest
¼ cup orange juice
2 tablespoons fresh basil, finly chopped
2 tablespoons vinegar
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
salt and pepper
¼ cup oil

1
In a pot of boiling salted water, blanch asparagus for 2 to 3 minutes or until tender-crisp.
2
Rinse under cold water and drain well.
3
Dressing: In small bowl, combine orange zest and juice, basil, vinegar, mustard, salt and pepper; gradually whisk in oil.
4
Tear lettuce leaves; place in bowl.
5
Toss with 1/2 cup of the dressing to lightly coat; arrange on large serving platter.
6
Top with blanched asparagus; drizzle with remaining dressing.
7
Sprinkle with sesame seeds.

898

kcal

Calories

Fat

150

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 ounces asparagus, trimmed, 1 tablespoon sesame seeds, toasted, 12 head curly endive lettuce, 12 head radicchio or 12 head red leaf lettuce, and more.

Yes, Asparagus with Greens falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Asparagus with Greens

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