Next Generation Life Fitness

Asparagus Salad with Lemon-Pine Nut Vinaigrette

Preptime: 5 min.
Cooktime: 5 min.

Calories: 72
Carbs: 9g
Fat: 3g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 4g
Satfat: 1g
Sodium: 40mg

Ingredients:
1 1/2 pounds asparagus, woody ends removed
1/8 teaspoon finely chopped garlic
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
2 teaspoons finely grated lemon zest
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons toasted pine nuts
2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil
pinch sugar
salt to taste
freshly ground black pepper

Directions:
1. In a large skillet, bring 2 cups of salted water to a boil. Add the asparagus and cook until it is crisp-tender, about 2 minutes. Drain and plunge the asapargus into a bowl of ice water to cool it quickly. When the asparagus is cool, remove it from the ice water and set it aside.

2. Place the remaining ingredients in a food processor and puree.

3. Toss the asparagus with the lemon dressing. Store in the refrigerator (up to 2 days) until ready to serve.