DESCRIPTION OF DILL MUSTARD BAKED ASPARAGUS
Discover the delightful combination of tender asparagus and tangy mustard dill sauce in our ‘Dill Mustard Baked Asparagus’. This dish brings a burst of freshness to your table with its simple yet flavorful ingredients, making it an excellent choice for a healthy and quick side dish. Perfect for those who appreciate the subtle blend of herbs and spices, this recipe promises to enhance any meal with its bright flavours and satisfying crunch.
RECIPE CATEGORY
- Side
SERVING SIZE
- Serves 4
CUISINE
- Mediterranean
PREPARATION/TECHNIQUES
- Bake
OCCASION/HOLIDAY
- Easter, Family Reunion, Summer BBQs
SPECIAL CONSIDERATION/DIETARY CONCERNS
- Low Fat, Low Sodium, Vegetarian, Healthy
DISH TYPE
- Side Dish
INGREDIENTS FOR DILL MUSTARD BAKED ASPARAGUS
- Asparagus spears, trimmed: 2 lbs.
- Olive oil: 1 Tbsp
- Salt and pepper: to taste
- Low sodium chicken broth: 1/2 cup
- Dijon mustard: 4 Tbsp
- Lemon juice: 1 Tbsp
- Garlic, minced: 2 cloves
- Fresh dill, chopped: 1 Tbsp
FULL NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION
- Calories: Approx 100 per serving
- Fat: 7g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Protein: 4g
- Sodium: 200mg
PREPARATION FOR DILL MUSTARD BAKED ASPARAGUS
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Prepare Asparagus: Arrange the asparagus spears in a single layer on a baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes.
- Prepare the Sauce: While the asparagus is baking, whisk together chicken broth, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, minced garlic, and chopped dill in a small bowl.
- Glaze the Asparagus: Remove the asparagus from the oven, pour the mustard dill sauce over the spears, and return to the oven. Bake for an additional 5-10 minutes or until the asparagus is tender.
- Serve: Serve the asparagus hot, garnished with more fresh dill if desired.
PREP TIME
- 10 minutes
COOKING TIME
- 20 minutes
TIPS FOR DILL MUSTARD BAKED ASPARAGUS
- For extra flavour, add a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese over the asparagus before the final baking.
- If you prefer a thicker sauce, you can reduce the chicken broth mixture on the stove before glazing the asparagus.
VARIATIONS
- Vegan Version: Use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth and omit the Parmesan.
- Spicy Kick: Add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce for a bit of heat.
PREPPING AND STORAGE GUIDE FOR DILL MUSTARD BAKED ASPARAGUS
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in the oven or microwave.
This asparagus dish not only brings simplicity and health to your kitchen but also delivers on taste, ensuring that even the simplest ingredients can transform into a spectacular meal.