Zesty Marinated Asparagus

Description

Tender asparagus is marinated in a balsamic vinaigrette and sprinkled with tangy lemon zest and fresh parsley. This is a quick and easy side dish.

Ingredients

• 2 pounds fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2 1/2 inch pieces
• 1 ½ cups balsamic vinaigrette salad dressing
• 2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
• ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
• ½ teaspoon kosher salt
• ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Blanch asparagus just until tender
2. about 1 minute. Plunge into a bowl of cold water to cool. Drain asparagus and place in a large resealable plastic bag. Pour in vinaigrette and seal bag. Refrigerate at least 3 hours
3. turning bag occasionally.
4. Just before serving
5. drain asparagus
6. reserving vinaigrette. Arrange on a serving platter and sprinkle with lemon zest
7. parsley
8. salt
9. and pepper. Serve reserved vinaigrette in a small dish on the side.

Prep Time: 30 mins

Cook Time: 5 mins

Total Time: 3 hrs

Servings: 4