Spring Asparagus Salad
Serves 4
½ bunch asparagus, sliced thinly lengthwise
½ cup diced red pepper
4 large radishes, slices
1/3 cup green peas
2 green onions, thinly sliced
Small handful fresh mint leaves, chopped
Small handful parsley, chopped
Toasted sliced almonds, for garnish
Few shavings parmesan cheese, for garnish
Lemon zest, for garnish
Lemon Dressing
¼ cup olive oil
2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
1 heaping tsp Dijon mustard
1 clove garlic, minced
Salt and pepper, to taste
Combine the asparagus, red pepper, radishes, green peas, green onions, mint and parsley in a bowl. Whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon and garlic. Taste and add salt and pepper. Pour over salad ingredients and toss well. Garnish with toasted almonds, parmesan and lemon zest.
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