Egg and Asparagus Salad
Tender-crisp asparagus and hard-boiled eggs served with a bright Dijon-lemon vinaigrette and fresh chives.
Instructions
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Step 1
Fill a large bowl with ice water and set it aside.
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Step 2
Place the eggs in a saucepan and cover them with cold water. Bring to a boil over high heat, cover, remove from the heat, and leave for 10 minutes.
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Step 3
Transfer the eggs to the ice water with a slotted spoon. Cool for 5 minutes, then peel and quarter them.
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Step 4
Return the saucepan of water to a boil over high heat. Add the asparagus, reduce to medium heat, and cook until bright green and tender-crisp, about 3 minutes.
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Step 5
Drain the asparagus in a colander, rinse briefly under cold water, and leave it to drain thoroughly. Arrange it with the quartered eggs on a serving platter.
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Step 6
Whisk the olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until combined.
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Step 7
Drizzle the vinaigrette over the asparagus and eggs, then scatter the chives on top. Serve promptly or refrigerate until chilled.
Nutrition (Estimated)
Food safety
Caution: medium
Cook the eggs until the whites and yolks are firm. Refrigerate the salad within 2 hours, keep it at or below 5°C, and consume leftovers within 2 days.
Risk factors
- Eggs are perishable and require temperature control.
- Boiling water and steam can cause burns.