Begin by bringing a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil.
Add the asparagus to the boiling water and cook for about 5 minutes.
Meanwhile, prepare an ice bath by filling a large bowl with water and two cups of ice, and set aside.
Prepare the vinaigrette by adding the olive oil to a mixing bowl, zesting the lemon into the glass, then slice the lemon and add the juice. Next, add the honey and mustard to the mixture, and whisk together briskly. Add salt and pepper to taste, and set aside.
Now, test the asparagus: when ready they should be bright green, and firm to the touch—but you should be able to pierce each spear easily with a fork.
When the asparagus are cooked, remove them from the water with tongs and put them immediately into the ice bath to stop them from cooking.
Remove asparagus from ice bath after 5 minutes and pat dry.
Arrange on a serving platter and top with vinaigrette. Enjoy!
Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
Marlowe's Favorite Asparagus with Lemony Vinaigrette
Amount Per Serving (6 spears)
Calories 131Calories from Fat 99
% Daily Value*
Fat 11g17%
Saturated Fat 2g13%
Sodium 46mg2%
Potassium 265mg8%
Carbohydrates 9g3%
Fiber 3g13%
Sugar 4g4%
Protein 3g6%
Vitamin A 851IU17%
Vitamin C 21mg25%
Calcium 34mg3%
Iron 3mg17%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.