Asparagus Summer Salad

                                                                          
Quantities                  Ingredients
2 lbs.
Thick asparagus, cut into 
2 inch pieces
2 Tbsp.Dijon mustard
2 Tbsp.
Lemon juice
3 Tbsp.
Olive oil
1/4 c.Chives, chopped
1/4 c.Cilantro, chopped
1/4 c.
Basil, chopped
1 c.
Red onion, thinly sliced
3/4 c.
Toasted pine nuts
1/2 c.
Feta cheese, crumbled
1/2 tsp.Salt
1/2 tsp.
Pepper

Preparation Procedures:

1. In a large bowl, whisk together lemon juice, mustard oil, and herbs. Allow to sit for at least 1 hour for flavors to blend.

2.
Bring a large saucepan of water to a boil. Drop asparagus into water and cook until bright green and slightly softened, about 2 minutes. Drain asparagus and rinse with very cold water until cool to the touch.

3.
Add asparagus, onion, pine nuts, feta, salt, and pepper, and stir to combine.

Yield:  6 servings