Description
Asparagus & Fava Beans With Tonnato is a vibrant Italian-inspired dish that highlights fresh ingredients and rich flavors. This delightful combination of tender asparagus, sweet fava beans, and a creamy tonnato sauce creates a culinary experience that’s both sophisticated and accessible. Perfect for gatherings or weeknight dinners, this recipe promises to impress with its stunning presentation and incredible taste.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh asparagus, trimmed
- 1 cup shelled fava beans
- ½ cup tonnato sauce (made from 1 can tuna, 2 tbsp capers, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 3 tbsp olive oil)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Zest of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Rinse asparagus under cold water; snap off woody ends.
- Boil water in a pot; blanch asparagus and fava beans for 2-3 minutes until bright green.
- Transfer to an ice bath to halt cooking.
- Blend tonnato sauce ingredients until smooth.
- In a bowl, toss blanched vegetables with tonnato sauce until evenly coated.
- Serve elegantly, drizzled with additional sauce and topped with lemon zest.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Blanching
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 15mg