Dilly Asparagus Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Trim the tough ends of the asparagus spears and blanch them in boiling water until tender-crisp.
• STEP 2.In a bowl, whisk together the dill, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper to make the sauce.
• STEP 3.Drizzle the sauce over the cooked asparagus and toss to coat evenly.
• STEP 4.Let the dilly asparagus marinate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
• STEP 5.Serve the asparagus chilled or at room temperature.

Cooking Tips

• Choose fresh and firm asparagus spears for the best texture and flavor.
• If you prefer a milder dill flavor, reduce the amount of dill in the sauce.
• Garnish the dilly asparagus with additional fresh dill before serving for an extra pop of flavor.

Storage and Serving

• Store any leftover dilly asparagus in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• Serve the asparagus as a side dish to grilled meats, roasted chicken, or seafood.
• Sprinkle some grated Parmesan cheese over the dilly asparagus for an added touch of richness.