Asparagus with Balsamic Vinaigrette Recipe
Ingredients:
2 pounds asparagus stalks, washed and trimmed*
3 tablespoons good-quality aged balsamic
vinegar
2 tablespoons minced red onion
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 clove garlic,
minced
1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper
Coarse salt to taste
* A mixture of green and red asparagus
will make a beautiful presentation!
Preparation:
Blanch the asparagus in lightly salted boiling water
for about 3 minutes or until crisp-tender; do not overcook. Remove from heat
and refresh under cold water; drain well. Arrange asparagus on serving platter
or individual serving plates. In a bowl or jar, whisk together balsamic
vinegar, red onion, olive oil, garlic, and pepper. Spoon the vinaigrette over
the asparagus, allowing a little to puddle on either side. Sprinkle lightly
with coarse salt.