Zesty Asparagus and White Bean Salad

• 1 lb asparagus, cut on an angle in 1-inch pieces (about 3 cups)
• 1 tablespoon virgin olive oil
• 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon of fresh mint, chopped
• 12 teaspoon lemon zest, freshly grated
• 14 teaspoon salt
• 18 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
• 12 cup feta cheese, crumbled
• 1 cup white beans, drained and rinsed (cooked or canned)
• 12 cup radish, thinly sliced
• 2 tablespoons scallions, thinly sliced

1. Place the asparagus in a steamer basket, set over 1 1/2 inches boiling water, and cover.
2. Steam until the spears are tender yet firm, 4 to 7 minutes depending on thickness.
3. Drain and place in an ice water bath (or under cold water) for a moment to stop the cooking.
4. Put the olive oil, lemon juice, fresh mint, lemon zest, salt, and pepper in a small bowl and whisk until well combined.
5. Drain asparagus.
6. Combine the beans, feta, radishes, and scallions in a large bowl.
7. Add the asparagus pieces.
8. Pour on the dressing and gently toss.
9. Serve at room temperature or chilled.

virgin olive oil, lemon juice, mint, lemon zest, salt, ground pepper, feta cheese, white beans, radish, scallions

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/zesty-asparagus-and-white-bean-salad-293302 (may not work)