Marinated Asparagus

7 ingredients
8 steps

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 pounds asparagus fresh
  • 1 teaspoon orange zest finely shredded
  • 1/4 cup orange juice
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 teaspoons lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 dash cayenne pepper

Directions

  1. 1
    Place steamer basket in 1/2 inch water in saucepan or skillet (water should not touch bottom of basket.
  2. 2
    Place asparagus spears in basket.
  3. 3
    Cover tightly and heat to boiling; reduce heat.
  4. 4
    Steam until crisp-tender, 8 to 10 minutes.
  5. 5
    Immediately rinse under running cold water; drain.
  6. 6
    Shake remaining ingredients in tightly covered contariner; pour over asparagurs.
  7. 7
    Cover and refrigerate at least 4 hours, turning asparagaus occasionally; drain.
  8. 8
    Garnish with orange slices if desired.

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