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Tomato Relish with Asparagus
ASPARAGUS TOMATO RELISH WITH BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE
Great with any seafood. Go to taste on this with seasonings.
1 pound asparagus, cut into ½” pieces on diagonal
Scant ½ cup red onion, diced
2 teaspoons garlic, minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup Italian tomatoes, diced
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar or more to taste
1 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped or 1 teaspoon dry (opt but good)
1 teaspoon fresh tarragon, chopped or 1 teaspoon dry (opt but good)
Salt and pepper to taste
Blanch asparagus: Put cut pieces into boiling water just for a minute or two until they turn bright green. Drain and put into ice water to cool. Drain again. This can be done a day ahead.
Combine all ingredients and toss gently. Serves 6.
Enjoy this tomato relish as a great seafood side dish.
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