Ingredients for - Zesty Marinated Asparagus

1. Fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2 1/2 inch pieces 2 pounds
2. Balsamic vinaigrette salad dressing 1 ½ cups
3. Grated lemon zest 2 teaspoons
4. Chopped fresh parsley ¼ cup
5. Kosher salt ½ teaspoon
6. Freshly ground black pepper ½ teaspoon

How to cook deliciously - Zesty Marinated Asparagus

1 . Stage

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Blanch asparagus just until tender, about 1 minute. Plunge into a bowl of cold water to cool. Drain asparagus and place in a large resealable plastic bag. Pour in vinaigrette and seal bag. Refrigerate at least 3 hours, turning bag occasionally.

2 . Stage

Just before serving, drain asparagus, reserving vinaigrette. Arrange on a serving platter and sprinkle with lemon zest, parsley, salt, and pepper. Serve reserved vinaigrette in a small dish on the side.