Tag: asparagus

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Grilled Lemon Chicken Salad

Simple and bright, this is the kind of main that puts us in the mood for spring. If you’ve never thrown fresh lemons on the grill, try it: The slight edge of char intensifies their tartness, and they look gorgeous. The marinade is more of a wet rub since the chicken goes straight to the […]

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Skillet Asparagus Salad with Goat Cheese

Ingredients 1 teaspoon olive oil 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1/8 teaspoon salt 1 1/2 pounds asparagus spears, trimmed (about 30 medium spears) 1 cup water 2 teaspoons julienne-cut orange rind 1 teaspoon julienne-cut lemon rind 1/4 cup fresh orange juice 1 teaspoon sugar 1 tablespoon dry white wine 1 1/2 teaspoons fresh lemon […]

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Sizzling Skirt Steak with Asparagus and Red Pepper

The marinade of fish sauce and grated red onion gives intense flavor to the steak, tenderizes the meat, and results in a slightly caramelized crust. Use your largest sauté pan (preferably 14-inch so that the vegetables and steak have room to caramelize and cook quickly) or a large wok. Ingredients 1 pound skirt steak, halved […]

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Grilled Lemon Chicken Salad

Simple and bright, this is the kind of main that puts us in the mood for spring. If you’ve never thrown fresh lemons on the grill, try it: The slight edge of char intensifies their tartness, and they look gorgeous. The marinade is more of a wet rub since the chicken goes straight to the […]

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Salmon, Asparagus, and Fresh Lemon Kebabs

Bring unique flavor to traditional fish kebabs with zesty lemon and savory asparagus. Ingredients 1 tablespoon rice vinegar 1 tablespoon lower-sodium soy sauce 1 tablespoon honey 2 teaspoons canola oil 2 garlic cloves, grated 1 pound skinless salmon fillet (cut into 1-inch pieces) 32 (1 1/2-inch) slices asparagus 16 lemon slices Cooking spray 1/4 teaspoon […]

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Grilled Lemon Chicken Salad

Simple and bright, this is the kind of main that puts us in the mood for spring. If you’ve never thrown fresh lemons on the grill, try it: The slight edge of char intensifies their tartness, and they look gorgeous. The marinade is more of a wet rub since the chicken goes straight to the […]

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Salmon Packets with Asparagus

Remove the foil and arrange fillets over asparagus for a lovely presentation. No grill? Bake the packets at 425° for 15 minutes or until desired degree of doneness. Ingredients Cooking spray 4 (6-oz.) salmon fillets (about 1-in. thick) 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 1/4 cup chopped fresh dill 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon black pepper […]

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Spinach Pesto Pasta with Shrimp

Pesto is a great big-batch sauce for using up a mix of herbs and greens, but it tends to go army-green if made ahead. We quickly blanch spinach and basil to preserve the color without diluting flavor, then bump up the green with fresh parsley. A little chopped tomato adds moisture and mild acidity. Be […]

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Asparagus and Peas with Warm Tarragon Vinaigrette

Fresh spring produce needs little embellishment, although a quick toss with bacon never hurts. Ingredients 3 quarts water 2 cups fresh or frozen green peas, thawed 1 1/2 pounds asparagus, trimmed and halved crosswise 1 pound sugar snap peas 5 center-cut bacon slices 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 3/4 cup chopped shallots 2 tablespoons tarragon […]

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Green Pea and Asparagus Soup with Poached Eggs and Toast

Light, lovely, and lush, this egg-topped soup is all you need for a well-rounded spring supper. Ingredients 1 1/2 teaspoons unsalted butter 2 leeks, white part only, trimmed and thinly sliced 4 cups unsalted chicken stock 1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme 5/8 teaspoon kosher salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 2 cups frozen green peas 1 […]