Marinated Asparagus Salad Recipe

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A no-fuss side dish is great when entertaining. The asparagus is cooked and chilled in advance, then stands at room temperature in the marinade while I visit and prepare the rest of the meal. —Janice Connelley, Spring Creek, Nevada

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Marinated Asparagus Salad Recipe

Prep: 10 min. + standing Cook: 10 min. + chilling

Yield: 8-10 Servings

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Ingredients

2 pounds fresh asparagus, trimmed
3/4 cup vegetable oil
1/2 cup white wine vinegar
1 tablespoon dried basil
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 garlic cloves, minced
4 green onions, chopped

Directions

Place asparagus in a large skillet; add 1/2 in. of water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 3-5 minutes or until crisp-tender. Rinse in cold water; drain. Refrigerate for 2-3 hours.
Arrange asparagus in a shallow dish. Combine remaining ingredients; pour over asparagus. Let stand at room temperature for 1-2 hours before serving. Yield: 8-10 servings.

Nutritional Facts 1 serving (4 ounces) equals 164 calories, 16 g fat (2 g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 242 mg sodium, 4 g carbohydrate, 1 g fiber, 1 g protein.

Originally published as Marinated Asparagus Salad in Taste of Home's Holiday & Celebrations Cookbook Annual 2005, p126