Name: Asparagus Salad - Asparagi in Insalata
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Ingredients: 2 lbs asparagus (trimmed, 675-900 g); 1/4 cup Extra Virgin olive oil (60 ml); 2 tbsp red wine vinegar (30 ml); 1 bunch parsley (chopped for garnish); Salt

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A simple recipe that is refreshing and crunchy. It can be used as a side dish or as a main dish

Asparagus Salad - Asparagi in Insalata

Such a refreshing salad from an under used vegetable.

4.7 from 39 votes

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Course: Salad

Cuisine: Italian

Keyword: Salad

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

Total Time: 15 minutes

Servings: people

Calories: 178kcal

Ingredients

2 lbs asparagus trimmed, 675-900 g
1/4 cup Extra Virgin olive oil 60 ml
2 tbsp red wine vinegar 30 ml
1 bunch parsley chopped for garnish
Salt

Instructions

Boil or steam the asparagus just until they are tender.
Transfer to a platter and allow to cool to room temperature.
Drain off any water in the platter, drizzle with oil and vinegar, and season with salt and pepper.
Serve garnished with chopped parsley if desired.
May be made several hours ahead, but do not refrigerate.