Best Herbed Broad Bean Feta Crostini With Asparagus Recipes

ASPARAGUS AND BROAD BEANS

Steps:

• Cook the podded broad beans in a large pan of boiling salted water for 2-3 minutes, then use a slotted ›spoon to remove the broad beans, leaving the water in the pan. Refresh in cold water, then squeeze them from their thin skins and set aside.
• Bring the water back up to the boil, then add the asparagus. Cook for 2-3 minutes until just soft, then drain.
• In a bowl, toss together the asparagus, broad beans and the dressing ingredients. Taste, adjust the seasoning and serve warm.

LEMON-HERB ASPARAGUS CROSTINI

Steps:

• Toss 1/2 pound asparagus (trimmed and thinly sliced) with 2 tablespoons each lemon juice and chopped basil, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest and a pinch each of salt and red pepper flakes. Rub toasted baguette slices with a halved garlic clove. Top with ricotta, the asparagus and chopped chives.

ASPARAGUS CROSTINI

Steps:

• For an easy party snack, spread fresh ricotta on toasted baguette slices, then top with thinly sliced asparagus. Season with salt and pepper and drizzle with olive oil or truffle oil.

ASPARAGUS, BEAN, AND FETA SALAD

Steps:

• steam the asparagus, covered, 2 minutes or until crsip-tender. Rinse asparagus with cold water and drain.
• Combine asparagus and next 4 ingredients in a large bowl.
• Combine the juice and remaining ingredients in a small bowl; stir well with a whisk. Pour over asparagus mixture and toss gently to coat.