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Prep Time: 10 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 10 Minutes Servings: 2 |
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Asparagus is our favorite vegetable, so when it's in season, I try every possible way to prepare it. This attractive salad appears on our table often. Pickle juice gives the dressing a distinctive flavor. -Peggy Davies, Canon City, Colorado Ingredients:
1/2 pound fresh asparagus, cut into 1-inch pieces |
1/4 cup water |
2 tablespoons chopped sweet pickle |
2 tablespoons olive oil |
1 tablespoon lemon juice |
1 tablespoon pickle juice |
1 teaspoon minced chives |
salt and pepper to taste |
lettuce leaves |
1 medium tomato, sliced |
1 hard-cooked egg, sliced |
Directions:
1. Place the asparagus and water in a microwave-safe dish. Cover and microwave on high for 2-3 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain and rinse in cold water. Place in a bowl. Combine the pickle, oil, lemon juice, pickle juice, chives, salt and pepper; pour over asparagus and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour.
2. Use a slotted spoon to serve the asparagus on lettuce-lined plates. Top with tomato and egg slices; drizzle with some of the dressing. Yield: 2 servings.
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