Ingredients

  • 2 1/4 pounds asparagus assorted
  • 2 avocados
  • juice
  • zest
  • 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
  • 1/2 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon sugar castor
  • 1 teaspoon fresh mint
  • 1 tablespoon fresh coriander
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
  • salt
  • pepper

Method

  • Trim the tough ends of the asparagus.
  • Poach, steam or microwave the asparagus until just tender and bright green.
  • Plunge into cold water to halt the cooking time and drain well. Set aside.
  • Peel the avocados and dice the flesh. Toss with the juice and zest of the lemon and add to the asparagus.
  • To make the dressing, whisk the vinegars, oil, sugar, herbs and salt and pepper to taste, then pour over the asparagus. Gently toss and spoon onto a platter or bowl.
  • Chill until ready to serve.