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Thomas Jefferson's Marinated Asparagus

Historical recipe from the City Tavern Cookbook. Asparagus dressed the French way- olive oil, red wine vinegar, hard cooked egg, capers, herbs.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 149 kcal
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 pounds asparagus, stems peeled and trimmed
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • Pinch fresh thyme
  • Pinch chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 large egg, hard cooked and chopped
  • 1/2 small red onion, finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fine capers, drained
  • Salt and freshly ground white pepper

Instructions

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  1. Wash the asparagus and trim the tough ends of the stalks. In a large saucepan, bring 2 quarts of lightly salted water to a boil over high heat. Place the asparagus in the water and cook until just tender, 2-3 minutes. 
  2. Drain asparagus. Add enough cold water to cover the asparagus. Let stand about 5 minutes, until the asparagus is cool.
  3. Drain again and pat the asparagus dry with paper towels. In a medium-size mixing bowl, whisk together the vinegar, oil, thyme, parsley, egg, onion, and capers, and salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Place the asparagus on a serving platter. Pour the vinaigrette evenly over the asparagus. Let the asparagus marinate in the dressing for a few minutes (optional). Garnish with additional chopped egg and parsley, if desired. Serve at room temperature.

Notes

  • You will also need: large saucepan, medium mixing bowl
  • Note: This recipe is kosher for Passover. If preparing for Passover and strictly kosher, make sure your red wine vinegar, oil, and capers have a Passover hechsher. If making gluten free, use GF-certified products.
  • Note:
  • This recipe is kosher for Passover. If preparing for Passover and strictly kosher, make sure your red wine vinegar, oil, and capers have a Passover hechsher. If making gluten free, use GF-certified products.

Nutrition Information

Calories 149kcal (7%) Carbohydrates 4g (1%) Protein 2g (4%) Fat 14g (22%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Cholesterol 23mg (8%) Sodium 40mg (2%) Potassium 189mg (5%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 675IU (14%) Vitamin C 5.3mg (6%) Calcium 25mg (3%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 149

% Daily Value*

Calories 149kcal 7%
Carbohydrates 4g 1%
Protein 2g 4%
Fat 14g 22%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Cholesterol 23mg 8%
Sodium 40mg 2%
Potassium 189mg 4%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 675IU 14%
Vitamin C 5.3mg 6%
Calcium 25mg 3%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.