Balsamic Asparagus And Cherry Tomato Salad

By á-174942

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 pounds asparagus - (abt 40 spears)
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes - (abt 10) cut in half
• 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
• 2 teaspoons orange juice
• 1 teaspoon minced garlic
• 2 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese
• 1/8 teaspoon table salt or to taste
• 1/8 teaspoon freshly-ground black pepper or to taste

Details

Servings 4

Preparation

Step 1

Chop woody ends off asparagus. Microwave for 2 to 3 minutes, or cook in boiling, salted water until barely tender, about 4 to 6 minutes.

Plunge into ice water to stop cooking. Drain. Add cherry tomatoes.

Stir together vinegar, orange juice and garlic; season to taste. Spoon dressing over asparagus and tomatoes.

Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.

This recipe yields 4 servings.

Points® Value: 1