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Asparagus is my son Gabes favourite vegetable so Ive invented a lot of ways to serve it to keep him from getting bored. Here it stars in a tasty salad that grown-ups will love too!
Directions for: Asparagus Red Onion Salad
Ingredients
2 large bunches of asparagus
The juice and zest of a lemon
A generous splash of extra virgin olive oil
1 handful of fresh dill
Pickled red onions
A sprinkle or two of salt and pepper
Directions
1. Trim off the tough woody bottoms of the asparagus spears and cut the remaining top pieces in half. Steam them until theyre bright green and tender but not mushy. Immediately run them under cold water to stop them from cooking further. Drain well.
2. Toss the asparagus with the remaining ingredients then season them and enjoy!
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