Asparagus, Boston Lettuce And Orange Salad Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and blanch the asparagus for 2-3 minutes, or until tender-crisp.
• STEP 2.Drain the asparagus and immediately transfer to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process.
• STEP 3.In a large bowl, combine the blanched asparagus, torn Boston lettuce leaves, and orange segments.
• STEP 4.In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, orange juice, lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
• STEP 5.Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
• STEP 6.Garnish with toasted almonds or crumbled feta cheese, if desired.
• STEP 7.Serve immediately.

Cooking Tips

• To add more protein to the salad, you can top it with grilled chicken, shrimp, or tofu.
• Feel free to customize the salad with your favorite ingredients such as sliced avocado, cherry tomatoes, or sliced red onion.
• For extra crunch, you can add toasted pine nuts or sunflower seeds to the salad.

Storage and Serving

• This salad is best served immediately to maintain the crispness of the asparagus and lettuce.
• If you have leftovers, store the salad and dressing separately in the refrigerator.
• Before serving, give the salad a good toss and drizzle with the dressing.
• Serve the salad as a side dish with grilled meats or as a light lunch on its own.