Tangy-Sweet Marinated Asparagus
Tangy-Sweet Marinated Asparagus balances bright acidity with a gentle sweetness, soaking into crisp-tender spears for a refreshing bite. Warm notes of cinnamon and cloves add a subtle spiced aroma, while celery seed lends a savory whisper. Serve as a cool side at spring dinners, a picnic accompaniment, or a zesty addition to salad plates and charcuterie.
- Prep5 mins
- Cook10 mins
- Serves8
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Bring a large pot of water to a boil.
- 2
Add the asparagus and cook, uncovered, until slightly tender, about 1 minute.
- 3
Drain in a colander, then immediately submerge in ice water for several minutes until cold to stop the cooking.
- 4
Once the asparagus spears are cold, set them on paper towels to dry.
- 5
In a saucepan over medium-high heat, bring the vinegar, water, sugar, cinnamon sticks, cloves, celery seed, and salt to a boil.
- 6
Boil for 5 minutes.
- 7
Arrange the asparagus spears in a large dish or baking pan.
- 8
Pour the vinegar mixture over the asparagus.
- 9
Cover and refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight.
- 10
Drain and serve cold or at room temperature.
- Calories 81.82 kcal Low Source
- Protein 2.59 g Low Source
- Carbs 19.11 g Moderate
- Total Fat 0.18 g Low Source
- Saturated Fat 0.08 g Low Source
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 0.0 mg Low Source
- Sodium 9.82 mg Low Source
- Fiber 4.03 g Moderate
- Sugar 15.38 g High
- Added Sugar 0.61 g Low Source
- Calcium 47.7 mg Low Source
- Iron 2.75 mg Moderate
- Potassium 243.65 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 44.2 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 6.45 mg Low Source
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Celery