A Simple Spring Asparagus, Edamame and Mint Salad

This salad is fresh, bright and satisfying. It’s always a favorite to share if you need a dish to bring to a barbecue or party, but it’s easy enough to make quickly at home and keep it all to yourself!

Ingredients:

*this recipe can easily be doubled or tripled, and tastes good as leftovers too!

1 cup asparagus tips (2 inch pieces)

1 cup edamame

1/4 cup fresh mint

3 tbs olive oil

salt & pepper to taste

1/2 cup shaved pecorino or parmesan cheese

Instructions:

Boil 1 cup asparagus tips in salted water for 2-3 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water or place in an ice bath.

For the edamame, you can use fresh. However, frozen shelled works fine. For frozen, defrost in microwave or gently cook in boiling water 2-3 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water.

Place asparagus and edamame in a bowl, add chopped mint, olive oil and salt and pepper to taste.

Top with shaved cheese and enjoy!