9.30.2011

Asparagus Tossed Salad recipe.

Ingredients
2 medium carrots, sliced
1 pound fresh asparagus, cut into 1-inch pieces
8 cups torn Bibb lettuce
ORANGE GINGER VINAIGRETTE:
1/4 cup orange juice
4 1/2 teaspoons olive or canola oil
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar or cider vinegar
1 tablespoon honey
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon grated orange peel
1/8 teaspoon salt

Directions
In a large saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a boil for 1 minute. Add asparagus; cover and boil 3 minutes longer. Drain and immediately place vegetables in ice water; drain and pat dry. In a salad bowl, combine lettuce, carrots and asparagus. In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the vinaigrette ingredients; shake well. Drizzle over salad and toss to coat. Serve immediately.

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