Springtime Asparagus Medley

11 ingredients
5 steps

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 lbs asparagus spears, trimmed and cut into 2 inch pieces
  • 2 small tomatoes, cut into wedges
  • 3 tablespoons cider vinegar
  • 3/4 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/3 cup sugar
  • 1 tablespoon grated onion (I used green onion)
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/3 cup vegetable oil (I used canola)
  • 1/3 cup sliced almonds, toasted
  • 1/3 cup crumbled blue cheese (I really think this enhances the flavor) (optional)

Directions

  1. 1
    In large saucepan, bring water to oil. Add aspargus; cover and cook for 3-5 minutes or until crisp-tender. (I steamed my asparagus in the microwave.) Drain.
  2. 2
    Add tomatoes; cover and keep warm.
  3. 3
    In a blender, combine vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, sugar, onion, salt and paprika; cover and process until smooth. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream.
  4. 4
    Pour over asparagus mixture and toss to coat.
  5. 5
    Transfer to serving bowl; sprinkle with almonds and blue cheese if desired. Serve warm.

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