Description
Want to really wow your crowd? Try this easy asparagus and broccoli salad. This light side dish is perfect for any backyard barbecue or picnic.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- Salt, to taste
- 1/4 small onion, minced
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup almonds, toasted and coarsely chopped
- 12 asparagus spears, sliced into 1/4-inch-thick coins
- 6 broccoli florets, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 3 radishes, thinly sliced
- Zest of one lemon
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Shaved Parmesan, to taste
Instructions
- To make the dressing, whisk together the lemon juice, salt, onion, and olive oil. Stir in the toasted almonds, and set aside.
- Stir in the toasted almonds. Set aside.
- To cook the veggies, coat a large skillet with olive oil and place over medium-high heat. When the pan is hot, add the asparagus and broccoli.
- Sprinkle with salt, toss well, and cover the skillet with a lid. Cook for one minute.
- Remove from the heat and stir in the radishes and lemon zest. Toss with 1/3 of the dressing, try a piece, and add more to taste. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
- Plate and finish with some shaved Parmesan cheese before serving.
Notes
Adapted from 101 Cookbooks.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Side Dish
Keywords: salad, asparagus, broccoli, lemon, radish, onion, almond