Zesty Marinated Asparagus

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 2 pounds fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2 1/2 inch pieces
• 1 1/2 cups balsamic vinaigrette salad dressing
• 2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Recipe

Preparation Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 5 mins Ready Time: 3 hrs


• bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. blanch asparagus just until tender, 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, turning bag occasionally.
• just before serving, drain asparagus, reserving vinaigrette. arrange on a serving platter and sprinkle with lemon zest, parsley, salt, and pepper. serve reserved vinaigrette in a small dish on the side.