Asparagus Tossed Salad


This is a light salad with a lot of flavor. The dressing makes this salad standout. I like to make it and eat for lunch, or when having a friend over. Makes quite a bit. I sometimes make the dressing and store in the refrigerator and cut ingredients in half.

Steps


In a large saucepan , bring 4 cups of water to a boil for 1 minute.
Add asparagus.
Cover and boil 3 minutes longer.
Drain and immediately place vegetables in ice water.
Drain and pat dry.
In a salad bowl , combine lettuce , carrots and asparagus.
In a jar with a tight-fitting lid , combine the vinaigrette ingredients.
Shake well.
Drizzle over salad and toss to coat.
Serve immediately.

Ingredients


carrots, fresh asparagus, butter lettuce, orange juice, olive oil, white wine vinegar, honey, dijon mustard, ground ginger, orange peel, salt