Asparagus and Spring Greens Salad

Recipe for:    Asparagus and Spring Greens Salad

Ingredients:

1 pound green and white asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces

                          1 (5-ounce) package mixed salad greens

2 ¼ tsp. sea salt, divided

                          2 Tbsp. minced shallots

                          2 Tbsp. white balsamic vinegar

                          2 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil

                          ½ tsp. grated lemon rind

                          ¼ tsp. freshly ground black pepper

Preparation:  

Cook asparagus and 2 tsp. sea salt in boiling water 2 minutes or until crisp-tender.

Drain and rinse asparagus under cold water; drain.

Combine remaining ¼ tsp. salt, shallots, and next 4 ingredients (through pepper) in a small bowl, stirring with a whisk.

 Combine asparagus and greens in a large bowl.

Toss with desired dressing.