Balsamic Asparagus and Cherry Tomotoe Salad

By lisalang

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 pound(s) asparagus, (about 40 spears)
• 1 cup(s) cherry tomato(es), about 10, cut in half
• 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
• 2 tsp orange juice
• 1 tsp minced garlic
• 2 tbsp shredded Parmesan cheese
• 1/8 tsp table salt, or to taste
• 1/8 tsp black pepper, or to taste

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.