- 3 pounds fresh asparagus, trimmed
- 1/4 cup olive or vegetable oil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- DRESSING:
- 1/4 cup olive or vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon cider or red wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon snipped fresh tarragon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon pepper
- Place asparagus in a 13-in. x 9-in. x 2-in. baking dish coated with nonstick cooking spray. Combine oil and garlic; pour over asparagus and turn to coat. Bake, uncovered, at 400 degrees F for 20-25 minutes or until tender, rotating asparagus in the pan after 10 minutes. Cool completely. Combine dressing ingredients; pour over asparagus and turn to coat. Serve immediately or allow to marinate. Serve at room temperature.