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Lemon Herb Sauce for Asparagus
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Brighten your table with this Lemon Herb Sauce for Asparagus! Tender asparagus is topped with a zesty, flavorful sauce made from Dijon mustard, lemon juice, and fresh thyme. Finished with a colorful garnish of red bell peppers and green onions, this dish is perfect for spring gatherings or as an elegant side for any meal. – Petey
Ingredients
1½ lb asparagus
3 cups canned low-salt chicken broth (reserve 1 cup after cooking)
1 tablespoon oil (for sautéing)
1 cup chopped green onions
1¼ cups minced shallots
1 teaspoon sugar
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 tablespoon oil (for sauce)
1½ tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon minced fresh thyme
½ teaspoon grated lemon peel
Salt and pepper, to taste
½ cup diced, seeded red bell peppers (for garnish)
Directions
Cook asparagus in chicken broth until just tender.
Drain and reserve 1 cup of the cooking broth.
Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a skillet over medium heat.
Add green onions, shallots, and sugar.
Sauté for about 5 minutes.
Add garlic and sauté for 2 more minutes.
Stir in reserved broth, 1 tablespoon oil, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, thyme, and lemon peel.
Simmer until slightly thickened and reduced to about 1¼ cups, about 5 minutes.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Arrange asparagus on a platter.
Spoon sauce over asparagus and garnish with green onions and diced red bell peppers.
Servings
Serves 4 to 6 as a side dish
Nutrition Facts
Nutrition Per Serving (based on 4 servings) - Calories: 120; Total Fat: 7g (Saturated Fat: 1g); Cholesterol: 0mg; Sodium: 160mg; Total Carbohydrates: 12g (Dietary Fiber: 4g, Sugars: 5g); Protein: 5g
*Nutrition information is provided as a general estimate only and may not be accurate. Variations may occur based on ingredient brands and preparation methods.
🧑‍🍳 The Cook:  Dave Ferguson 🔑 Keywords: asparagus, lemon, sauce, herb, side dish, vegetables
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