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Asparagus And Rice Salad PDF E-mail
Ingredients:
2 cups water
1 cup long grain white rice
1 1/4 teaspoons salt, divided
12 ounces fresh asparagus, trimmed, cut diagonally into 1-inch pieces
1/4 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon lemon zest
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup chopped green onions
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 hard-cooked eggs, chopped

Instructions:
Mix the water, rice and 3/4 teaspoon of the salt in a 3-quart saucepan. Bring to a boil; reduce heat. Cook, covered, for 15 to 20 minutes or just until tender. Remove from heat. Let stand for 5 minutes; fluff with a fork. Cool to room temperature.

Steam the asparagus in a steamer for 3 minutes or until tender-crisp. 

Whisk the olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt and pepper together in a large mixing bowl. Stir in the rice, asparagus and green onions. Spoon into a serving bowl.

Sprinkle with the cheese and eggs. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts:
Amount Per  Serving: Calories 255
Fat 12 g, 
Sodium 587 mg, 

Quantity: 
Makes 6 Servings

 
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