Grilled Asparagus Subs with Smoky French Dressing

Name: Grilled Asparagus Subs with Smoky French Dressing
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup ketchup; 1/4 cup mayonnaise; 2 tablespoons sherry vinegar; 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard; 1 garlic clove, chopped; 1 chipotle chile in adobo sauce; Salt, preferably smoked salt; 2 pounds medium asparagus, peeled and trimmed; Olive oil, for drizzling; Four 7-inch sub or hoagie rolls, split and lightly toasted; 1/4 cup raisins; 4 scallions, thinly sliced; 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese

Servings: persons

1/4 cup ketchup
1/4 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons sherry vinegar
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 garlic clove, chopped
1 chipotle chile in adobo sauce
Salt, preferably smoked salt
2 pounds medium asparagus, peeled and trimmed
Olive oil, for drizzling
Four 7-inch sub or hoagie rolls, split and lightly toasted
1/4 cup raisins
4 scallions, thinly sliced
1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese

1
In a blender, combine the ketchup with the mayonnaise, vinegar, mustard, garlic and chipotle.
2
Puree until smooth.
3
Season the French dressing with salt.
4
In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the asparagus until bright green, about 2 minutes.
5
Drain the asparagus and spread them out on a large baking sheet to cool.
6
Preheat a large grill pan.
7
Drizzle the asparagus with olive oil and season with salt.
8
Grill over moderately high heat, turning, until tender and lightly charred, about 3 minutes.
9
Spread the cut sides of each roll with 3 tablespoons of the smoky French dressing.
10
Arrange the grilled asparagus on the subs and top with the raisins, scallions and crumbled feta.
11
Close the sandwiches and serve.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 cup ketchup, 1/4 cup mayonnaise, 2 tablespoons sherry vinegar, 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard, and more.

Yes, Grilled Asparagus Subs with Smoky French Dressing falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

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Grilled Asparagus Subs with Smoky French Dressing

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