-
Asparagus And Carrots With Pasta
Ingredients
- 1 Tbsp. Extra virgin olive oil
- 2 Tbsp. Balsamic vinegar
- 2 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1/2 tsp Salt Freshly grnd black pepper
- 1/2 lb Short whole wheat pasta,spiral,elbow,shell
- 1 Tbsp. Extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 lb Fresh asparagus
- 1/4 lb Carrots, julienned
- 2 Tbsp. Capers,rinsed and liquid removed
- 1/4 c. Minced fresh parsley
Directions
- Dressing: Whisk together all dressing ingredients. Salad: Prepare pasta according to package directions;; drain. Stir oil into pasta to prevent sticking. Let cold. Meanwhile slice asparagus into quarters, then across into 1-1/2 inch pcs. Steam or possibly blanch the asparagus and carrots for a few min then combine with pasta, capers and parsley. Drizzle dressing over salad. Serve at room temperature.
- Makes 4 generous servings.
Similar Recipes
Leave a review or comment