Asparagus Cucumber And Sugar Snap Peas With Herb Garlic Dip Food

SAUTEED ASPARAGUS AND SNAP PEAS

Steps:

• Cut off the tough ends of the asparagus and slice the stalks diagonally into 2-inch pieces. Snap off the stem ends of the snap peas and pull the string down the length of the vegetable.
• Warm the olive oil in a large saute pan over a medium heat and add the asparagus and snap peas. Add the salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes, to taste, if desired. Cook for approximately 5 to10 minutes until al dente, tossing occasionally. Sprinkle with sea salt and serve hot.

SUGAR SNAP PEA, RADISH, AND CUCUMBER SALAD

Steps:

• Cook peas in a saucepan of boiling salted water just until they turn a brighter shade of green, about 30 seconds. Drain in a colander and rinse under cold water to stop cooking.
• Cut halved cucumber and radishes crosswise into 1/4-inch-thick slices.
• Toss peas, cucumber, radishes, and sesame seeds with vinegars and season with salt and pepper.

ASPARAGUS, PEAS, AND CUCUMBER "CACIO E PEPE"

Steps:

• Boil water in a small pot and salt it heavily. Prepare an ice bath with a fine-mesh sieve set over it to contain your peas. Add peas to boiling water and boil until crisp-tender and bright green. Strain and transfer to ice bath. Trim ends off cucumbers and shave into long ribbons using a Y-peeler. Add to ice bath to crisp up.
• Preheat broiler, with a rack about 4 inches from heating element. Using Y-peeler, peel asparagus from root end to tip. When you get down to where you can't peel anymore, trim off ends and discard, and transfer peelings to a rimmed baking sheet. Drizzle asparagus with a bit of oil and season with salt and lots of black pepper. Toss well to coat. Broil until just charred, about 4 minutes.
• In a large bowl, combine lemon juice and oil. Grate garlic into mixture. Drain and pat dry cucumbers and add to bowl, along with arugula, broiled asparagus, and peas. Transfer to serving plates or a platter. Grate a fluffy cloud of both cheeses over the top and stir everything together before taking your first bite.

SUGAR SNAP PEAS WITH PARMESAN BREADCRUMBS

Steps:

• Melt 1 tablespoon butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add 3 tablespoons breadcrumbs and toast, 3 minutes. Mix with 3 tablespoons each grated Parmesan and chopped mixed herbs and 1/4 teaspoon each kosher salt and grated lemon zest. Boil 1 pound trimmed sugar snap peas until crisp-tender, about 4 minutes; drain and top with the breadcrumbs.

ASPARAGUS, CUCUMBER, AND SUGAR SNAP PEAS WITH HERB GARLIC DIP

Steps:

• Make dip
• In a cheesecloth-lined sieve or colander set over a bowl drain yogurt, covered and chilled, at least 8 hours and up to 1 day. Discard liquid in bowl and in a food processor pulse yogurt with remaining dip ingredients and salt and pepper to taste until herbs are finely chopped and yogurt is pale green. Dip may be made 1 day ahead and chilled, covered.
• Have ready a bowl of ice and cold water. Trim asparagus and peas. In a large saucepan of boiling salted water blanch asparagus 1 minute and transfer with tongs to ice water to stop cooking. Drain asparagus well in a colander and pat dry. Return water in saucepan to a boil and blanch peas 30 seconds. Drain peas in a sieve and plunge into ice water to stop cooking. Drain peas well and pat dry. Asparagus and peas may be blanched 1 day ahead and chilled in a sealable plastic bag. Cut cucumbers lengthwise into spears.
• Drizzle oil over dip and serve with vegetables.

ASPARAGUS WITH GARLIC DIP

Steps:

• Trim 3 bunches asparagus; peel the bottoms. Boil until tender, 4 to 5 minutes; drain and cool. Peel the cloves from 4 heads garlic and cook in 1/2 cup olive oil over low heat until soft, 30 minutes. Drain, reserving the oil. Puree the garlic with 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 1 teaspoon mayonnaise, 1 1/2 teaspoons sugar, 1 teaspoon dijon mustard and 1/4 cup water. Blend in 1/4 cup of the garlic oil. Season with salt, pepper and chopped chives; serve with the asparagus.

SAUTEED ASPARAGUS AND SNAP PEAS

Steps:

• Trim asparagus and snap peas.
• Chop both down to 1-2 inch pieces.
• Heat oil, sautee the veggies for 5-8 minutes til a little tender, but still have lots of crunch.
• season with salt and pepper.
• EASY and done!

SUGARED ASPARAGUS

Steps:

• In a large skillet over medium-high, heat butter and brown sugar until sugar is dissolved. Add asparagus; saute for 2 minutes. Stir in chicken broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 8-10 minutes or until asparagus is crisp-tender. , Remove asparagus to a serving dish and keep warm. Cook sauce, uncovered, until reduced by half. Pour over asparagus.

BACON AND GARLIC SUGAR SNAP PEAS

Steps:

• In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp, stirring occasionally. Remove with a slotted spoon; drain on paper towels. Cook and stir peas in bacon drippings until heated through. Add shallot and garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Sprinkle with reserved bacon.

ASPARAGUS, GREEN ONION, CUCUMBER, AND HERB SALAD

Steps:

• For dressing:
• Whisk first 5 ingredients in small bowl. Gradually whisk in oil.
• DO AHEAD: Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate. Bring to room temperature and rewhisk beforeusing.
• For salad:
• Fill large bowl with lightly salted ice water; stir until salt dissolves. Cook asparagus in large pot of boiling salted water until crisp-tender, about 3 minutes. Drain, reserving 3 cups cooking liquid. Transfer asparagus to bowl of salted ice water to cool. Place green onions in another large bowl; pour hot reserved asparagus cooking liquid over onions and let stand until cool, about 30 minutes. Drain asparagus and green onions well. Transfer onions to clean kitchen towel and squeeze dry. DO AHEAD: Asparagus and onions can be made 1 day ahead. Wrap separately in several layers of paper towels, then enclose in resealable plastic bags and refrigerate.
• Combine green onions, cucumbers, and herbs in mixing bowl. Add dressing; toss to coat. Season with salt and pepper.
• Arrange asparagus on platter. Spoon cucumber mixture over and serve.

PACIFIC NORTHWEST STIR-FRIED ASPARAGUS & SUGAR SNAP PEAS

Steps:

• Trim tough ends from asparagus and slice stalks diagonally into 2 inch pieces. Place in a large bowl.
• Pinch bakc the stem ends of sugar snap peas and pull the string down the length. Add to asparagus in bowl.
• In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat; add vegetables and stir-fry for 5 minutes, stirring occassionaly.
• Sprinkle with seasonings to taste - be generous!
• Continue to cook for 3 more minutes or until veggies are cooked but crispy.
• Transfer to a heated dish and serve immediately.

ASIAN ASPARAGUS AND SUGAR SNAP PEA STIR FRY

Steps:

• In a small pan, boil water. Add salt and asparagus and cook for 1-3 minutes depending on how thick the asparagus stems are.
• Immediately immerse the asparagus in the ice water to stop further cooking and drain.
• In a saute pan, heat sesame oil and sauté sugar snap peas and red pepper until the vegetables are tender but still crisp.
• Add asparagus, corn (if using), tamari, sake, salt and pepper. Sauté until all the vegetables are heated through.
• Transfer to dishes, sprinkle sesame seeds, infuse love and serve!

SAUTEED ASPARAGUS AND SNAP PEAS

Steps:

• Cut off the tough ends of the aspargus and slice the stalks diagonally into 2" pieces.
• Snap off the stem ends of the snap peas and pull the string down the length of the vegetable.
• Warm the olive oil in a large sautè pan over medium heat, and add the asparagus and snap peas.
• Add the salt, pepper and red pepper flakes, to taste -- if desired.
• Cook for 5 to 10 minutes until al dentè, tossing occasionally.
• Sprinkle with sea salt and serve hot.
• Enjoy!

SUGAR SNAP PEAS WITH YOGURT, FETA AND DILL

Steps:

• Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Have ready a bowl of well-salted ice water and a slotted spoon next to the stove. Drop peas into boiling water and cook until crisp-tender, about 1 minute. Use the spoon to transfer peas to ice water to cool completely. Drain well and pat dry with a clean kitchen towel.
• When cool enough to handle, put the peas on a cutting board and slice them in half, crosswise.
• In a medium bowl, whisk together garlic and lemon juice. Stir in salt and pepper. Whisk in 3 tablespoons olive oil. Add the halved peas, fennel, dill and scallions, and toss well. Taste and add more lemon juice, olive oil or salt if needed.
• In a small bowl, stir together the yogurt, 1/4 cup feta, lemon zest, and the remaining 1 tablespoon oil. Season with salt, pepper and lemon juice, to taste.
• Spread the yogurt on a serving platter, and spoon the peas on top. Scatter remaining 1/4 cup feta on top, drizzle with more oil, and top with herbs. Serve as a side dish or scooped onto crusty bread as an appetizer.

BROCCOLI, SNAP, PEAS, AND ASPARAGUS IN PARCHMENT

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 400°F. Place broccoli, asparagus, snap peas, and butter (if using) in center of a 24-inch-long piece of parchment. Season with salt and pepper. Fold into a "twist" or "envelope" shape (page 19).
• Place packet on a rimmed baking sheet and bake until packet is puffed up and vegetables are just tender, 10 to 12 minutes
• nutrition information
• Per Serving (without butter)
• Calories: 76
• Fat: 0.6g (0.1g Saturated Fat)
• Protein: 5.9g
• Carbohydrates: 14.1g
• Fiber: 5.5g

ASPARAGUS, SNAP PEA, AND AVOCADO PASTA

Steps:

• In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook asparagus until bright green, about 2 minutes. Add snap peas; cook 30 seconds. With a slotted spoon or a small sieve, scoop out vegetables; transfer to a bowl.
• Return water to a boil; add pasta and cook until al dente, according to package instructions. Drain, reserving 1 cup pasta water; set pasta aside in colander.
• In pasta pot, melt 2 tablespoons butter over medium heat. Add asparagus, snap peas, and garlic; season with salt and pepper. Cook, tossing, until vegetables are crisp-tender, about 2 minutes. Add remaining 2 tablespoons butter, cooked pasta, avocado, herbs, cheese, and reserved pasta water. Toss to combine; season with salt and pepper. Serve topped with additional cheese, if desired.

BROCCOLI, ASPARAGUS, AND SNAP PEAS IN PARCHMENT

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Place broccoli, asparagus, snap peas, and butter (if using) in center of a 24-inch-long piece of parchment. Season with salt and pepper. Fold into a twist or envelope shape.
• Place packet on a rimmed baking sheet and bake until packet is puffed up and vegetables are just tender, 10 to 12 minutes.

ASPARAGUS & SNAP PEA SALAD

Steps:

• In a Dutch oven, bring 8 cups water to a boil. Add asparagus in batches; cook, uncovered, 2-4 minutes or just until crisp-tender. Remove asparagus and immediately drop into ice water. Drain and pat dry., In a small bowl, whisk dressing ingredients until blended. In a large bowl, combine asparagus, tomatoes, snap peas, red pepper and onion. Drizzle dressing over asparagus mixture; toss to coat. Refrigerate until serving., Just before serving, stir in cheese, walnuts and cherries.

PASTA WITH SUGAR SNAP PEAS, ASPARAGUS AND PARMESAN

Steps:

• Add asparagus to large pot of boiling salted water.
• Cook until just crisp-tender.
• Transfer to bowl of cold water using slotted spoon.
• Cool asparagus slightly and drain.
• Add pasta to same pot of water and boil until just tender but still firm to bite.
• Add sugar snap peas and boil 2 minutes.
• Add asparagus and heat through.
• Drain well.
• Return pasta-vegetable mixture to pot.
• Add oil and toss to coat.
• Add 1/2 cup cheese.
• Season with salt and pepper to taste.