Fresh Asparagus Salad
By: Anonymous
Published: Saturday, December 5, 2009 - 2:57am

Ingredients




1 pound Fresh asparagus
2 tablespoons Balsamic vinegar
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon Shallots, minced
6 tablespoons Olive oil
1 tablespoon Italian parsley, chopped
Salt and black pepper, to taste
1 Red bell pepper, roasted/peeled, finely diced
2 tablespoons Capers, drained
4 tablespoons Pine nuts, lightly toasted
2 ounces Parmesan cheese, grated

Preparation

1 Cut the fibrous root end off the asparagus and peel the lower portion of the stem. Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling bowl. Add the asparagus and cook for about 2 minutes, or until just tender. Drain in a colander and rinse with cold water until the asparagus is cooled. To make the vinaigrette, mix together the balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard and shallots. While whisking slowly, add the olive oil and season with the parsley, salt and pepper. Place the asparagus on a plate and sprinkle with the roasted red peppers, capers, pine nuts and Pa