Asparagus Vinaigrette Salad

Name: Asparagus Vinaigrette Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 4-6 servings.
Ingredients: 1-1/4 pounds fresh asparagus, cut into 2-inch pieces; 1 jar (4 ounces) diced pimientos, drained; 1/3 cup sliced green onions; 1/2 cup olive oil; 1/4 cup cider or white wine vinegar; 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard; 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce; 1/2 teaspoon dried basil; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme

My mom has a large asparagus bed, so I'm kept well-supplied with asparagus all spring. I helped her plant it years ago and have a "My Most Embarrassing Moment" story from that day - I planted all the asparagus with the roots facing up! I still get kidded about it.

Ingredients

1-1/4 pounds fresh asparagus, cut into 2-inch pieces
1 jar (4 ounces) diced pimientos, drained
1/3 cup sliced green onions
1/2 cup olive oil
1/4 cup cider or white wine vinegar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme

Directions

In a saucepan, cook the asparagus in a small amount of water for 5 minutes or until crisp-tender. Rinse with cold water; drain well. Place in a bowl; add pimientos and onions. In a small bowl, whisk oil, vinegar, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, basil, salt, pepper and thyme; pour over asparagus mixture and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours. Serve with a slotted spoon.