Black Bean Asparagus Salad

• 1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
• 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 medium sweet red pepper, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
• 1 tablespoon finely chopped onion
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
• Dash pepper

1. Place 1/2 in. of water in a large saucepan; add asparagus. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 4-5 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain.
2. In a bowl, combine the asparagus, beans, red pepper and onion. In a small bowl, whisk the oil, vinegar, cilantro, garlic, salt, cumin and pepper. Pour over vegetables and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

fresh asparagus, black beans, sweet red pepper, onion, olive oil, cider vinegar, fresh cilantro, garlic, salt, ground cumin, pepper

Taken from www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/black-bean-asparagus-salad/ (may not work)