Broiled Asparagus with Lemon Tarragon Dressing

Ingredients

• 1 bunch asparagus spears, trimmed
• 4 teaspoons olive oil
• kosher salt and ground black pepper to taste
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• 1 shallot, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried tarragon
• 1/4 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon olive oil

Directions

Method written by CompKitchen from the ingredient list. Not the original author's method, not kitchen-tested.

1. Preheat the broiler and set an oven rack about 4 inches (10 cm) from the heat source. Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil if you like.

2. Spread the trimmed asparagus spears on the baking sheet. Drizzle with the 4 teaspoons olive oil, then season with kosher salt and ground black pepper and toss to coat.

3. Broil the asparagus for 6 to 8 minutes, turning the spears once halfway through, until tender and lightly charred in spots.

4. While the asparagus broils, whisk together the lemon juice, minced shallot, dried tarragon, Dijon mustard, the 1 teaspoon olive oil, and a pinch each of salt and pepper in a small bowl.

5. Transfer the broiled asparagus to a serving platter, spoon the lemon tarragon dressing over the top, and serve warm.