Best Asparagus With Tofu And Balsamic Butter Recipes

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ASPARAGUS TOFU STIR-FRY



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With its flavorful ginger sauce and fresh vegetables, this tasty dish is a favorite. I get rave reviews every time I serve it, and it doesn't bother my husband's food allergies. Check out our guide if you're new to tofu. -Phyllis Smith, Chimacum, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 tablespoon cornstarch
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1-1/4 cups vegetable broth
4 teaspoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
2 teaspoons minced fresh gingerroot, divided
3 teaspoons canola oil, divided
1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
1 medium yellow summer squash, halved and sliced
2 green onions, thinly sliced
1 package (14 ounces) extra-firm tofu, drained and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 cups hot cooked brown rice
2 tablespoons sliced almonds, toasted

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the cornstarch, sugar, broth and soy sauce until smooth; set aside. , In a large nonstick skillet or wok, stir-fry 1 teaspoon ginger in 1 teaspoon oil for 1 minute. Add asparagus; stir-fry for 2 minutes. Add squash; stir-fry 2 minutes longer. Add onions; stir-fry 1 minute longer or until vegetables are crisp-tender. Remove and keep warm. , In the same pan, stir-fry tofu, salt, pepper and remaining ginger in remaining oil for 7-9 minutes or until lightly browned. Remove and keep warm., Stir cornstarch mixture and add to the pan. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Add asparagus mixture and tofu; heat through. Serve with rice; sprinkle with almonds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 278 calories, Fat 11g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 682mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 14g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

BALSAMIC ASPARAGUS



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These pretty green spears of crisp-tender asparagus are drizzled with a balsamic vinegar mixture for a sensational side dish that's ready in no time.-Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup water
1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon butter, melted
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, bring water to a boil. Add asparagus; cover and cook for 2-4 minutes or until crisp-tender. In a small bowl, combine the vinegar, butter, garlic, salt and pepper. Drain asparagus; drizzle with balsamic mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 45 calories, Fat 3g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 185mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

BAKED ASPARAGUS WITH BALSAMIC BUTTER SAUCE



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This is a simple and delicious side dish. Fresh asparagus is baked until tender, and dressed with a blend of butter, soy sauce, and balsamic vinegar.

Provided by CAE

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Asparagus     Baked

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed
cooking spray
salt and pepper to taste
2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Arrange the asparagus on a baking sheet. Coat with cooking spray, and season with salt and pepper.
  • Bake asparagus 12 minutes in the preheated oven, or until tender.
  • Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Remove from heat, and stir in soy sauce and balsamic vinegar. Pour over the baked asparagus to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 76.5 calories, Carbohydrate 4.9 g, Cholesterol 15.3 mg, Fat 5.9 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 2.8 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 307.7 mg, Sugar 2.3 g

ASPARAGUS WITH TOFU AND BALSAMIC BUTTER



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This is a Donna Hay recipe. The combination of flavors and textures is wonderful. The sauce is really versatile, and could be easily be used for other veggies. It is quick and easy to make, and makes a great vegetarian meal served over brown rice.

Provided by chiclet

Categories     Soy/Tofu

Time 20m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon oil
2 garlic cloves, sliced
2 ounces butter
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
3 tablespoons water
1 bunch asparagus, trimmed and halved
black pepper, to taste
8 ounces firm tofu, cut into 4 slices
1 teaspoon thyme

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a pan over medium heat. Add garlic and cook 1 minute.
  • Add butter, vinegar and water; cook another minute then add asparagus and pepper. Cook 4 more minutes, until tender.
  • Place the asparagus in bowls.
  • Put tofu slices in the pan with the sauce, add thyme, and cook until heated through.
  • Place on the asparagus, and serve with the remaining sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 400.2, Fat 35.1, SaturatedFat 16.6, Cholesterol 61, Sodium 211.5, Carbohydrate 12.8, Fiber 5.9, Sugar 3.9, Protein 15.5

ROASTED ASPARAGUS WITH BALSAMIC BROWNED BUTTER



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I found this recipe in a Cooking Light magazine; it differs from some of the other Cooking Light recipes in that there is no oil and fewer ingredients. It is a very simple and delicious way to prepare asparagas.

Provided by SunshineNut

Categories     Vegetable

Time 20m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 lbs asparagus
cooking spray
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/8 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
2 tablespoons butter
2 teaspoons low sodium soy sauce
1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar

Steps:

  • Arrange asparagas in single layer on baking sheet coated with cooking spray.
  • Sprinkle with Salt and Pepper.
  • Bake at 400 degrees for 12 minutes until tender.
  • Melt butter in small skillet; cook for 3 minutes until light brown. Remove from heat and stir in soy sauce and balsamic vinegar.
  • Drizzle over asparagas and serve immediately.

ROASTED ASPARAGUS WITH BALSAMIC-SHALLOT BUTTER



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From an unknown magazine clipping. Make the butter ahead of time if you like. I cut this recipe down easily and did not have fresh thyme so I used dry. Great dish!

Provided by IHeartDogs

Categories     Vegetable

Time 20m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 tablespoons finely chopped shallots
2 tablespoons butter, melted
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon grated fresh lemon rind
2 lbs asparagus spears
cooking spray

Steps:

  • Combine shallots, butter, vinegar, thyme salt and rind, stirring well with a whisk.
  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees.
  • Snap off woody ends of asparagus.
  • Arrange spears in a single layer on a shallow baking pan coated with cooking spray.
  • Cover with foil and bake for 5 minutes.
  • Uncover and bake an additional 10 minutes or until asparagus is crisp tender.
  • Pour butter mixture over asparagus, tossing gently to coat.
  • Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 56.8, Fat 3.1, SaturatedFat 1.9, Cholesterol 7.6, Sodium 115.3, Carbohydrate 6, Fiber 2.3, Sugar 2.1, Protein 2.9

ROASTED ASPARAGUS WITH BALSAMIC VINEGAR



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Since my husband and I both work full-time. I'm always looking for fast nutritious recipes. The whole family loves this tasty treatment for asparagus. I can't make it often enough. -Natalie Peterson of Kirkland, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1-1/2 pounds fresh asparagus, trimmed
2 teaspoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon white pepper
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar

Steps:

  • Place the asparagus in a 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Sprinkle with oil, salt and pepper; toss to coat. Bake, uncovered, at 425° for 10-15 minutes or until lightly browned. Drizzle with vinegar just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 47 calories, Fat 3g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 305mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

BAKED ASPARAGUS WITH BALSAMIC BUTTER SAUCE



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I can't remember where I found this recipe, but even my husband will eat it. That says a lot since he's not a fan of anything green except lettuce.

Provided by lilchris

Categories     Vegetable

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 bunch fresh asparagus, trimmed
cooking spray
salt and pepper, to taste
2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Arrange asparagus on a baking sheet. Coat with cooking spray and season with salt and pepper. Bake 12 minutes or until tender.
  • Meanwhile, melt butter in small saucepan over medium heat. Once melted, remove from heat. Stir in soy sauce and vinegar.
  • Pour over baked asparagus and toss gently before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 63.2, Fat 5.8, SaturatedFat 3.7, Cholesterol 15.3, Sodium 293.2, Carbohydrate 2.1, Fiber 1, Sugar 1, Protein 1.6

ROASTED ASPARAGUS WITH BALSAMIC BROWN BUTTER SAUCE



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I got this recipe from Cooking Light and it is our very favorite way to have asparagus. In the summer we grill the asparagus on the barbeque and then drizzle it with the sauce. I guessed at the serving size

Provided by shimmerchk

Categories     Vegetable

Time 17m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 lbs asparagus spears (trim or peel any stalks that seem tough)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/4 teaspoon salt (I use kosher salt)
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 teaspoons soy sauce
1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar

Steps:

  • Arrange asparagus in a single layer on baking sheet; toss to coat with olive oil.
  • Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  • Bake at 400 degrees for approximately 12 minutes or until tender.
  • Just before asparagus is done, melt butter in a small skillet over medium heat; cook for 3 minutes or until lightly browned, shaking pan occasionally.
  • Do not burn the butter or let it get too brown, should be golden brown.
  • Remove from heat; stir in soy sauce, and vinegar.
  • Drizzle over asparagus, tossing well to coat.
  • Serve immediately.

ROASTED ASPARAGUS WITH BALSAMIC VINEGAR



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A quick and robust way to enjoy asparagus. Roasting highlights the natural sweetness of the asparagus while the balsamic vinegar offers a tangy compliment to this great side dish.

Provided by Gemini26

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Asparagus     Baked

Time 20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 pounds fresh asparagus, trimmed
2 tablespoons olive oil
½ pinch ground sea salt
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (205 degrees C).
  • Place asparagus in a shallow 9x13-inch baking dish. Sprinkle with oil, salt, and pepper; toss to coat.
  • Bake in preheated oven until lightly browned, 15 to 20 minutes. Drizzle with vinegar just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 75 calories, Carbohydrate 7.1 g, Fat 4.7 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 3.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 31.7 mg, Sugar 3.9 g

BLACK PEPPER STIR-FRIED TOFU AND ASPARAGUS



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This fast, one-skillet stir-fry dinner combines vibrant spring vegetables with hearty tofu in a rich and spicy black-pepper sauce. (Use freshly ground pepper, if possible, for the ideal combination of flavor and heat.) The tofu is simmered in the fragrant sauce, which is spiked with aromatic garlic and ginger until it has absorbed all of the flavors and is nicely glazed. This recipe is perfect for using up that pencil-thin asparagus, which cooks quickly and toes the line between crisp and tender, while sweet snap peas balance out the assertive sauce. The dish can be served over baby spinach or in lettuce cups instead of with rice for a satisfying salad.

Provided by Kay Chun

Categories     dinner, quick, weekday, one pot, main course

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

6 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
2 tablespoons turbinado or light brown sugar
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce or a vegan alternative
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, plus more for seasoning
1 pound firm tofu, cut into ½-inch cubes
Kosher salt
2 tablespoons neutral oil, such as safflower or canola
1 large shallot, finely chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon minced peeled ginger
1 pound pencil-thin asparagus, woody ends trimmed, cut into thirds
4 ounces snap peas, thinly sliced on the diagonal
2 scallions, thinly sliced
1/4 cup coarsely chopped cilantro
Steamed short-grain brown or white rice, for serving

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine soy sauce, sugar, Worcestershire sauce, 1 teaspoon black pepper and 2 tablespoons of water. In a large nonstick skillet, combine tofu and half of the black pepper sauce, and season with salt. Bring to a simmer over medium heat and cook, stirring occasionally, until sauce has thickened and nicely coats the tofu, about 5 minutes. Slide glazed tofu and any sauce out onto a rimmed plate.
  • Wipe or rinse out the skillet and heat oil over medium. Add shallot and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, 2 minutes. Add garlic and ginger, and stir until fragrant, 30 seconds. Add asparagus and snap peas, season with salt and pepper, and cook, stirring occasionally, until crisp-tender, 4 to 5 minutes. Add scallions, the remaining black pepper sauce and the tofu, and cook, stirring, until vegetables are evenly coated in the sauce. Stir in cilantro, and season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Divide tofu and vegetables among plates and spoon over any remaining pan sauce. Serve with rice.

BUTTER-BRAISED ASPARAGUS



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For the first-of-the-season asparagus, keep it simple with butter, lemon and sweet herbs. For the best texture, peeling the stalks really makes a difference.

Provided by David Tanis

Categories     easy, quick, vegetables, side dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 pounds large or medium asparagus
6 tablespoons butter
Salt and pepper
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
1 tablespoon snipped chives
1 tablespoon roughly chopped parsley or chervil
1 teaspoon chopped tarragon, plus more for garnish
1 tablespoon chopped dill, plus more for garnish (optional)

Steps:

  • Snap off and discard the tough bottoms of the asparagus spears. If using large, thick asparagus, peel the lower ends with a vegetable peeler.
  • Put butter in a wide skillet over medium-high heat. Add asparagus in one layer and season with salt and pepper. Add 1/2 cup water, cover, and bring to a simmer. Cook until the asparagus is firm-tender, about 3 minutes. Take care not to overcook them; they should still be bright green. (They will continue to cook a bit once the heat is off.) Remove the asparagus from the pan and place on a serving platter.
  • Turn heat to high and simmer briskly until most of the liquid has evaporated, a minute or so. Add lemon juice and zest to the buttery juices. Turn off heat and stir in chives, parsley, tarragon and dill, if using. Check seasoning. Spoon the sauce over the asparagus, garnish with a few herb leaves, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 190, UnsaturatedFat 5 grams, Carbohydrate 8 grams, Fat 18 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 4 grams, SaturatedFat 11 grams, Sodium 467 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams, TransFat 1 gram

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