Friday, February 5, 2016

Asparagus and Chickpea Salad

Ingredients:

1 bunch asparagus
olive oil
salt and pepper
mesclun or arugula
2 cucumbers, chopped
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cup chickpeas
1/2 cup pitted kalamata olives, quartered
4 ounces sharp white cheddar, cut into 1/4 inch cubes
3 tablespoons orange juice
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon mustard seeds, ground
1 tablespoon tarragon, finely chopped
3 cups pita chips

Prepare pita chips and set aside.

Toss asparagus in oil, salt, and pepper. Grill until tender crisp.

Meanwhile, combine orange juice, lemon juice, vinegar, mustard, tarragon, salt, and pepper.

Assemble salad by tossing greens with the dressing mixture. Layer with cucumbers, tomatoes, chickpeas, and cheese. Top with asparagus and garnish with pita chips just before serving.

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