Asparagussaladwithhoneypoppyseedvinaigrette Recipes

ASPARAGUS SALAD WITH HONEY POPPY SEED VINAIGRETTE

Steps:

• Lightly steam asparagus, so it still has some crunch to it (it should be bright green).
• Cut the asparagus into 1-inch pieces (give or take).
• Whisk the remaining ingredients together to make the dressing.
• Toss the asparagus with enough dressing to coat.
• VARIATION - Toss in some chopped roasted red pepper for added flavor and color.
• VARIATION - Toss in some toasted pine nuts (or other nuts you may like) for crunch.

ASPARAGUS WITH RASPBERRY VINAIGRETTE

Steps:

• In a small bowl, whisk the oil, vinegar and honey till well blended.
• Set aside.
• Snap off tough ends of asparagus and discard them.
• Place spears in vegetable steamer basket over boiling water in pan.
• Cover and cook till tender about 6-8 minutes.
• Drain immediately and plunge into cool water.
• Chill.
• Arrange asparagus on 4 plates lined with lettuce leaves.
• Drizzle with vinaigrette.
• Garnish with fresh parsley sprigs.

POPPY SEED VINAIGRETTE

Steps:

• In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice and vinegar. Add the olive oil drop by drop, whisking constantly.
• Season with salt and pepper. Whisk in poppy seeds. The vinaigrette will keep, tightly covered, in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.