Best Asparagus With Bacon Red Onion And Balsamic Vinaigrette Recipes

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BALSAMIC ASPARAGUS SALAD



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For this asparagus salad, allow enough time to let the flavors blend for at least an hour. That's one of the secrets to why it tastes so delicious! If you're short on time, use 1/2 cup prepared balsamic vinaigrette instead of making it from scratch. -Dolores Brigham, Inglewood, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 pounds fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
1/3 cup thinly sliced red onion
1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper
1/4 cup dried cranberries
3 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
Dash salt and pepper
3 tablespoons slivered almonds, toasted
3 tablespoons chopped cooked bacon or bacon bits

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, bring 1 in. of water to a boil. Add asparagus; cover and boil for 3-4 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain and immediately place asparagus in ice water. Drain and pat dry. Transfer to a large bowl; add the onion, red pepper and cranberries., In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the oil, vinegar, lemon juice, mustard, salt and pepper; shake well. Pour over asparagus mixture; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Just before serving, stir in almonds and bacon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 139 calories, Fat 9g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 208mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

BALSAMIC ASPARAGUS WITH BACON YUM!



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I got this from a friend. It's one of those easy recipes that makes people think you know what you're doing in the kitchen. I love those. (As with all of my recipes, I guessed on the amounts cause I always just eye it.)

Provided by scionix

Categories     Vegetable

Time 25m

Yield 4-5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 tablespoon bacon drippings
1/2 cup onion, diced
3 -5 slices bacon, diced
1 -2 bunch asparagus
1 -2 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
2 teaspoons salt
1 -2 tablespoon brown sugar (optional)

Steps:

  • In a skillet: Sautee onions in the drippings for a couple of minutes then add bacon. Let cook over med. heat for a few minutes.
  • Add asparagus and vinegar and salt. Let cook for 5- 10 minute over med. heat.
  • Stir in brown sugar (this is optional but man, it contrasts the vinegar very well) and either: a)cover and cook on stovetop to desired tenderness or b)broil to desired tenderness (He broils his but I live in an apartment w/ limited resources so I just cook in skillet til tender.).

PAN ROASTED ASPARAGUS WITH RED ONION AND BACON



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Published in Cook's Illustrated, March-April 2007. The recipe recommends using asparagus that is at least 1/2-inch thick near the base. If using thinner spears, reduce the covered cooking to 3 minutes and the uncovered cooking time to 5 minutes. Do not use pencil thin asparagus; it cannot withstand the heat and overcooks too easily

Provided by swissms

Categories     Pork

Time 25m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 slices bacon, cut into 1/4-inch wide strips
1 large red onion, halved and sliced thin
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon maple syrup
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
2 lbs thick asparagus spears
kosher salt
ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Cook bacon in 12-inch skillet over medium heat until crisp, 8-10 minutes. using slotted spoon, transfer bacon to paper towel-lined plate; set aside. Pour off and discard all but 1 tablespoon of fat from pan.
  • Return skillet to medium-high heat and add onion. Cook, stirring occasionally, until edges darken and onions begin to soften, about 3 minutes. Add vinegar and maple syrup; cook until liquids reduce and cling to onions, about 2 minutes. Transfer onions to bowl and cover with foil.
  • Rinse skillet with water and dry well with paper towels.
  • Heat oil and butter in skillet over medium-high heat. When butter has melted, add half of asparagus to skillet with tips pointed in one direction; add remaining spears with tops pointed in opposite direction. Using tongs, distribute spears evenly; cover and cook until asparagus is bright green and still crisp, about 5 minutes.
  • Uncover and increase heat to high; season with salt and pepper. Cook until spears are tender and well browned along one side, using tongs to occasionally move spears from center of pan to edge of pan to ensure all are browned, 5-7 minutes.
  • Transfer asparagus to serving dish and top with onion; salt and pepper to taste. Sprinkle with bacon. Serve immediately.

ASPARAGUS WITH BACON, RED ONION, AND BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE



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From America's Test Kitchen. This looks just wonderful. "To prepare the asparagus for this salad, we found that broiling concentrates the flavor of the asparagus and lightly caramelizes the peel. We prefer to use thin (under 5/8-inch) asparagus under the broiler-this lets us skip the peeling step and allows the spears to cook more evenly."

Provided by Queen Dragon Mom

Categories     Pork

Time 35m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 lbs thin asparagus, tough ends trimmed (2 bunches)
1 tablespoon olive oil
6 slices bacon, cut into 1/4-inch strips (about 6 ounces)
2 tablespoons minced red onions
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley leaves
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
salt & fresh ground pepper

Steps:

  • Adjust oven rack to about 4 inches from heating element and heat broiler.
  • Toss asparagus with oil and salt and pepper, then lay spears in single layer on heavy rimmed baking sheet. Broil, shaking pan halfway through to turn spears, until asparagus is tender and lightly browned, 8 to 10 minutes.
  • Cool asparagus 5 minutes and arrange on serving dish.
  • Fry bacon strips in medium skillet over medium heat until brown and crisp, about 6 minutes. Using slotted spoon, transfer bacon to paper towel-lined plate and set aside.
  • Whisk onion, vinegar, parsley, and oil in small bowl; season to taste with salt and pepper. Drizzle over asparagus, sprinkle with bacon, and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 238.2, Fat 21.8, SaturatedFat 5.1, Cholesterol 15.4, Sodium 210.7, Carbohydrate 6.8, Fiber 3.1, Sugar 2.1, Protein 6.3

BALSAMIC-GLAZED ASPARAGUS



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Provided by Pilar Viladas

Categories     easy, quick, weekday, side dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 bunch asparagus (about 1 pound), tough ends removed
1 tablespoon olive oil, plus more for greasing the skillet
Sea salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar

Steps:

  • Place the asparagus in a roasting pan and drizzle with 1 tablespoon oil. Sprinkle with sea salt and pepper and toss to coat.
  • Lightly grease a large nonstick skillet with oil and place over high heat. When the oil is hot, add the balsamic vinegar. When the vinegar is sizzling, add the asparagus and spread out. Reduce the heat to medium-high and cook the asparagus, turning the stalks frequently to coat with the vinegar, until they are crisp-tender and bright green, 10 to 15 minutes. Adjust the seasonings as desired.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 40, UnsaturatedFat 2 grams, Carbohydrate 4 grams, Fat 2 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 194 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams

ROASTED ASPARAGUS WITH BACON-SHALLOT VINAIGRETTE



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This is an easy side dish that goes very well with ham. It's also nice for Easter. Cook the asparagus ahead of time, then serve at room temperature with the dressing - YUM!

Provided by Hey Jude

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 30m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 lbs slender asparagus
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
4 slices smoked bacon
1/2 cup chopped cilantro
2 large shallots, minced
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
4 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon salt
fresh ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 500°.
  • Trim ends of asparagus; toss with olive oil; arrange in a single layer on a jelly roll pan; sprinkle with salt.
  • Bake until tender and browned, about 10 minutes, turning asparagus once (you can do the recipe up to this point and then finish it and serve at room temperature).
  • To make the dressing: cook bacon until crisp; drain well; crumble into a small bowl; add cilantro and mix well.
  • Whisk together shallots, olive oil, lemon juice, vinegar, mustard, salt and pepper to taste.
  • Arrange asparagus on a platter; drizzle with dressing; sprinkle bacon mixture over the top.

BALSAMIC MARINATED ASPARAGUS



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This easy marinated asparagus recipe comes together in just a few minutes. Balsamic vinegar and garlic add a hefty dose of flavor, sugar mellows it out a bit and red pepper flakes add a nice little kick.

Provided by Kare for Kitchen Treaty

Time 8h10m

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 pounds asparagus
3/4 cup olive oil
1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon sugar
4 garlic cloves (minced)
1 1/2 teaspoons red pepper flakes

Steps:

  • Snap off the tough ends of asparagus and wash asparagus thoroughly.
  • Cook asparagus in boiling water for about two minutes, until it's bright green and just beginning to get tender. Drain.
  • Place asparagus in a large bowl of ice water to stop the cooking. Drain.
  • Lay asparagus in a 13" by 9" baking dish.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, sugar, garlic, and red pepper flakes.
  • Pour over asparagus.
  • Cover dish with plastic wrap and place in the refrigerator.
  • Chill for about 8 hours.
  • Using tongs, remove asparagus from marinade and serve.

ROASTED ASPARAGUS WITH BALSAMIC VINEGAR



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I found this recipe in one of my cooking light magazines and decided to give it a try. I have never cooked asparagus before this and was unsure how it was going to turn out, but I thought it tasted really good. The balsamic browned butter gives it a really good taste and the asparagus comes out perfect when baked in the oven.

Provided by nkoprince08

Categories     Vegetable

Time 20m

Yield 5 spear servings, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

cooking spray
40 asparagus spears, trimmed (about 2 pounds)
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons butter
2 teaspoons soy sauce
1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
  • Arrange asparagus in a single layer on a baking sheet; coat with cooking spray.
  • Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  • Bake for 12 minutes or until tender.
  • Melt butter in a small skillet over medium heat; cook 3 minutes or until lightly browned, shaking pan occasionally.
  • Remove from heat; stir in soy sauce and balsamic vinegar.
  • Drizzle over asparagus, tossing well to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 43.5, Fat 3, SaturatedFat 1.9, Cholesterol 7.6, Sodium 192.5, Carbohydrate 3.3, Fiber 1.5, Sugar 1.1, Protein 2

PASTA WITH ASPARAGUS AND BALSAMIC REDUCTION



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Make and share this Pasta With Asparagus and Balsamic Reduction recipe from Food.com.

Provided by blonder

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

6 asparagus spears
1/3 red onion, chopped
1 cup balsamic vinegar
1 cup fresh grated parmesan cheese
1/4 cup olive oil
3 cups dry rotini pasta

Steps:

  • bring water to boil cook pasta.
  • mean while.
  • place balsamic in a pan cook at med heat untill it reduces to a syrup.
  • chopp asparagus in about 1 inch pices place in frying pan with red onion and a bit of the oil and a bit of water cover alow to stream untill asparagus changes dark green and onion is cooked.
  • drain pasta.
  • top with asparagus and red onion then drizzel balsamic over and top with lots of parm.
  • add salt peper to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 584, Fat 21.9, SaturatedFat 6.4, Cholesterol 22, Sodium 405.4, Carbohydrate 72.5, Fiber 3.1, Sugar 12.5, Protein 20.8

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