Asparagus with Basil Pesto Mayonnaise

  • Prep 20 min
  • Total 20 min
  • Servings 16

Ingredients

  • 48 fresh asparagus spears (about 1 1/2 lb)
  • 1 cup mayonnaise or salad dressing
  • 2 tablespoons refrigerated basil pesto
  • 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh basil leaves
  • 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 clove garlic, finely chopped (1/2 teaspoon)
  • Fresh basil leaves, if desired

Steps

  • 1
    Snap or cut off tough ends of asparagus spears. In 12-inch skillet, heat 1/2 inch water (salted if desired) to boiling. Add asparagus; reduce heat to medium-low. Cover; simmer 2 to 3 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain. Plunge asparagus into bowl of ice water to cool; drain on paper towels. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
  • 2
    In small bowl, mix remaining ingredients, except basil leaves.
  • 3
    Spoon mayonnaise mixture into small serving bowl; garnish with basil leaves. Serve with blanched asparagus.

  • If desired, serve leftover Basil Pesto Mayonnaise as a sandwich spread.
  • Cooking Gluten Free? Always read labels to make sure each recipe ingredient is gluten free. Products and ingredient sources can change.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 Serving
Calories
130
Calories from Fat
110
Total Fat
12g
19%
Saturated Fat
2g
10%
Trans Fat
0g
Cholesterol
5mg
2%
Sodium
100mg
4%
Potassium
105mg
3%
Total Carbohydrate
3g
1%
Dietary Fiber
1g
4%
Sugars
1g
Protein
1g
% Daily Value*:
Vitamin A
8%
8%
Vitamin C
2%
2%
Calcium
2%
2%
Iron
6%
6%
Exchanges:
0 Starch; 0 Fruit; 0 Other Carbohydrate; 0 Skim Milk; 0 Low-Fat Milk; 0 Milk; 1/2 Vegetable; 0 Very Lean Meat; 0 Lean Meat; 0 High-Fat Meat; 2 1/2 Fat;
Carbohydrate Choice
0
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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