Asparagus Salad
Ingredients
1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and steamed lettuce leaves
1/2 tsp. whole red chili pepper
6 Tbsp. olive oil
3 Tbsp. cider vinegar
1 Tbsp. capers
1 Tbsp. fresh tarragon, chopped
2 Tbsp. fresh parsley, chopped
1 each green onion, minced
salt and pepper
Cooking Instructions
Ensure that the steamed asparagus is not overcooked. Arrange the lettuce leaves on a shallow serving dish and arrange the asparagus in mounds on the dish. Grind the red chili pepper in a mortar and pestle and sprinkle over the asparagus. Mix together the oil and vinegar. Add the capers, tarragon, parsley and green onion. Season well. Pour this dressing over the asparagus. Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving.
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