Warm Asparagus With Tarragon Vinaigrette

Oct 25,2006 00:00 by naveena
Ingredients

   1 lb    Asparagus
   1/2 c    Olive oil
   2 tb    Dijon-style mustard
   1/4 c    White wine vinegar
   1/4 ts    Salt
   1/4 ts    Freshly ground black pepper
   2     Shallots peeled, finely
       -chopped
   2 tb    Minced fresh tarragon

Instructions

    1.     This simple dish has such a compelling taste, you'll never have leftovers. Trim the asparagus, discarding woody ends. Steam the spears whole, for about 3 or 4 minutes, until just tender when pierced with a fork. Do not overcook. Rinse in cold water, drain.

    2.     Place the olive oil in a small bowl; add the mustard and beat until the oil thickens. Add the vinegar, salt pepper, shallots and tarragon. Arrange the still-warm asparagus on a serving plate and pour the dressing over it.

        Serves 3 or 4.

        PER SERVING: 270 calories, 3 g protein, 6 g carbohydrate, 28 g fat (4 g saturated), 0 mg cholesterol, 234 mg sodium, 1 g fiber.