Asparagus Almond Salad

What you need:

1 bunch of asparagus

1 avocado, cubed

1/4 cup almonds, chopped

1-2 cups spring mix or baby spinach

Dressing:

1/3 cup olive oil

1/3 cup agave nectar

1/3 cup balsamic vinegar

pinch of salt

1. Cut asparagus into bite sized pieces

2. Bring a pot of water to a boil, add asparagus, cook for 2 minutes

3. Make ice bath with cold water and ice cubes, blanch the cooked asparagus by dropping it into ice water bath

4. Roast the almonds by cooking them in fry pan over medium heat for 3-4 minutes

5. To make dressing, mix olive oil, agave nectar, balsamic vinegar and salt

6. Prepare spring mix or baby spinach in a bowl, top with blanched asparagus, avocado and roasted almonds

7. Serve with balsamic dressing

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