Asparagus Mimosa

Name: Asparagus Mimosa
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 8 serving(s)
Ingredients: 2 large eggs; 5 tbsp. olive oil; 3 tbsp. white wine vinegar; 1 1/2 Dijon mustard; Kosher salt and pepper; 1 small shallot, finely chopped; 2 lb. asparagus; 1 1/2 tbsp. nonpareil capers, roughly chopped; 3 tbsp. thinly sliced chives; Flaky sea salt, for serving

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By Tina MartinezPublished: Feb 15, 2025

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Yields:

8 serving(s)

Total Time:

35 mins

Cal/Serv:

116

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“Mimosa” probably makes you think of the brunch cocktail, but this classic French side gets its name from its signature grated-egg topping, which resembles fluffy yolk-yellow mimosa flowers.

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Ingredients

2
large eggs
5 Tbsp.
olive oil
3 Tbsp.
white wine vinegar
1 1/2
Dijon mustard
Kosher salt and pepper
1
small shallot, finely chopped
2 lb.
asparagus
1 1/2 Tbsp.
nonpareil capers, roughly chopped
3 Tbsp.
thinly sliced chives
Flaky sea salt, for serving

Directions

1. Step 1Place eggs in small saucepan, cover with cold water and bring to a boil. Remove from heat, cover and let sit 11 minutes. Immediately transfer to large bowl of ice water to cool, then peel.
2. Step 2Meanwhile, in small bowl, whisk together oil, vinegar, mustard, and 1/2 teaspoon each salt and pepper. Stir in shallot and let sit until ready to use.
3. Step 3Trim 1 1/2 inch of ends from asparagus, then peel 2 inches of remaining stems. Prepare large bowl of ice water and set aside.
4. Step 4In large high-sided skillet fitted with steamer basket, bring 1/4 inch water to a simmer. Add asparagus, cover and simmer until tender-crisp, 5 to 6 minutes. Transfer to ice bath and let cool. Drain and transfer to paper towel or dish towel and pat dry.
5. Step 5Arrange asparagus on platter. Drizzle with vinaigrette, finely grate eggs on top and scatter on capers, chives, and flaky sea salt.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION (per serving): About 116 calories, 10 g fat (1.5 g saturated), 47 mg cholesterol, 301 mg sodium, 4 g carbohydrate, 2 g fiber, 1.5 g sugar (0 g added sugar), 4 g protein

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