Zesty asparagus

Ingredients

• 400g asparagus, trimmed
• 1 cup balsamic vinegar
• 1 tsp grated lemon zest
• 1/2 cup chopped parsley
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp pepper

Method

1. Over high heat, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
2. Blanch asparagus for 1 minute, until it is just slightly tender.
3. Use a pair of tongs to transfer the asparagus into chilled water.
4. Drain the asparagus and place into a shallow dish. • ¼ cup chopped parsley • ½ tsp salt • ½ tsp pepper
5. Pour over the balsamic vinegar and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, stirring occasionally.
6. Drain asparagus, keeping some vinaigrette to the side.
7. Arrange asparagus on a platter and top with lemon zest, parsley, salt, and pepper. Serve with the vinaigrette on the side.