Asparagus with Lime

Yields1 Serving

Source: April 2000, Canadian Living
Rating: 9/10

2 lbs asparagus, trimmed

2 tbsp olive or vegetable oil

1 tsp grated lime rind

2 tbsp lime juice

2 tsp liquid honey

¼ tsp salt

1 pinch pepper

1 tbsp each chopped fresh mint and chives

2 tbsp diced sweet red pepper

In large skillet, simmer asparagus in salted water for 6 minutes or just until tender. Drain on towels: transfer to platter.

Whisk oil, lime rind and juice, honey, salt and pepper; stir in mint and chives. Drizzle over asparagus; garnish with red pepper.

Makes 8 servings.