Asparagus, Cherry Tomato and Mozzarella Salad

 

Ingredients (for 4 persons):

1 Bunch Asparagus, Trimmed & Cut Into 2 Inch Pieces
3 Cups Mesclun Salad Mix
2 Cups Cherry Tomatoes, Halved
1/4 Cup Chopped Green Onions
3 Tablespoons Red Wine Vinegar
1/4 Cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
1 Teaspoon Dijon Mustard
Sea Salt & Pepper
2 Balls Fresh Mozzarella (1 Pound Total)

 

Preparation:

Bring a saucepan of water to the boil and cook asparagus for 4-5 minutes until tender crisp.

Drain, and place the asparagus in ice water.

Place mesclun mix over the bottom of four bowls.

Mix vinegar, oil, mustard and salt together and set aside.

Drain & dry the asparagus, and then mix together the asparagus, tomatoes, and green onion.

Pour the dressing over the asparagus and toss.

Spoon the asparagus and tomato mixture over the greens, spooning any extra dressing on top of the salads.

Slice the mozzarella and arrange on top of the salads.