Asparagus and Avocado Salad


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Ingredients

1 kg assorted asparagus
2 avocados
juice and zest of a lemon
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
1/2 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon castor sugar
1 teaspoon fresh mint
1 tablespoon fresh coriander
2 tablespoons fresh parsley
salt and pepper to taste

Preparation

1
Trim the tough ends of the asparagus.
2
Poach, steam or microwave the asparagus until just tender and bright green.
3
Plunge into cold water to halt the cooking time and drain well. Set aside.
4
Peel the avocados and dice the flesh. Toss with the juice and zest of the lemon and add to the asparagus.
5
To make the dressing, whisk the vinegars, oil, sugar, herbs and salt and pepper to taste, then pour over the asparagus. Gently toss and spoon onto a platter or bowl.
6
Chill until ready to serve.

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Yield:

1.0 servings

Added:

Wednesday, December 16, 2009 - 10:12pm

Creator:

Anonymous

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