Asparagus Salad With Sweet Pepper Confetti

1. 1

   In a small screw-top jar or plastic container with tight fitting lid, add olive oil, red wine vinegar, dijon mustard, garlic, salt, and pepper. Shake well to combine and set dressing mixture aside.

2. 2

   Using a medium pot over high heat bring lightly salted water to a rapid boil. Add asparagus to the boiling water and cook until it is tender but firm.

3. 3

   Drain asparagus and immediately plunge it into a bowl of ice water. After 5 minutes remove the asparagus, drain again, and pat dry.

4. 4

   Place asparagus on a platter with tips facing in the same direction and fanned out. Drizzle the dressing over the asparagus and sprinkle with the diced peppers.

5. 5

   To serve this warm, drain the asparagus after cooking and lay it immediately on the platter, do not plunge in ice water bath.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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