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Lemon Herb Asparagus with Toasted Pine Nuts

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Asparagus with Toasted Pine Nuts is a very simple recipe that delivers a delicious twist in flavors and crunchy textures while the lemon-herb-filled dressing ties them all together! This quick and easy recipe is the perfect side dish for steak, chicken, or pork.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Course Side Dish
Servings 4 servings

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • Spatula
  • Cast iron skillet
  • Vegetable steamer

Ingredients
  

  • 3 tbsp toasted pine nuts
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter , divided
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 2 cloves fresh garlic , minced and mashed
  • 2 tsp minced fresh oregano , or ¼ tsp dried
  • 2 tsp finely chopped fresh basil , or ¼ tsp dried
  • 1 tsp kosher salt , or to taste
  • 1 tsp black pepper , or to taste
  • 1½ lbs fresh asparagus

Optional Toppings - only use one of the following cheese options

  • ¼ cup shaved parmesan cheese
  • ¼ cup feta cheese crumbles
  • ¼ cup dried cranberries

Instructions
 

  • Melt 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet and toast the pine nuts over medium-high heat for about 1 to 2 minutes. * They can burn quickly so keep an eye on them! Toss constantly with a spatula to cook until the nuts turn golden brown.
    Transfer to a paper towel; set aside.
  • In the same skillet, whisk together the olive oil, fresh lemon juice, garlic, oregano, basil, kosher salt, and black pepper; combine well. Set aside.
  • Wash to clean the asparagus and snap off the woody ends. Place the asparagus spears in a vegetable steamer over boiling water to steam. Salt the water well.
    Keep covered and steam for about 7 minutes or until the spears are tender yet crisp.
    Drain the water and arrange the asparagus spears on a plate; cover with aluminum foil to keep warm.
  • While the asparagus is steaming, add 1 tablespoon butter to the olive oil and herb dressing and cook over medium heat until it reaches a gentle boil.
    Then immediately drizzle the dressing over the steamed asparagus spears and sprinkle with toasted pine nuts.

Notes

Nutrition Disclaimer
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Keyword Asapargus Sauce, Asparagus, Asparagus Dressing, Asparagus Recipes, Fresh Herbs, Pine Nuts, Steamed Vegetables
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