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Asparagus Snap Pea and Radish Salad Recipe

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A light Spring time salad.

Asparagus, Snap Pea and Radish Salad Recipe (+)

Directions

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
Add asparagus to the pot, boil until crisp/tender, approximately 3-4 minutes.
Remove and plunge in a bowl of ice water.
Cool completely and drain on a paper towel.
In a skillet, heat butter over medium heat.
Add asparagus, snap peas and the juice of one lemon.
Cook, stirring occassionally, until the vegetables are heated through, 5-7 minutes.
Remove from heat, stir in radishes and tarragon.
Season with salt and pepper.
Serve warm.
Recipe doubles easily.

Container: pot, large bowl and skillet

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes

Serving Description: 1/2 cup

Servings: 8

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Ingredients

-		1 pound asparagus - cut into 2 inch pieces
-		2 tablespoons butter or margarine
-		1 package (8 oz.) snap peas
-		1 bunch radishes - greens discarded, sliced thin
-		1/2 lemon - juiced, approximately 3 tablespoons
-		1/3 cup fresh tarragon - chopped
-		1/4 cup toasted sesame seeds - optional

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