Asparagus with Potato Dressing

Potatoes and asparagus are a very tasty paring. We enjoyed this as a side dish but it would also be nice as a warm salad.

Serving Size: 4

Ingredients:

• small bunch parsley, chopped
• 1/2 lemon
• salt and pepper
• 300 grams potatoes
• 1 kilo asparagus
• 1 red onion, minced
• 3-4 Tbs. white wine vinegar
• 1 tsp. agave or maple syrup
• 4 Tbs. oil
• chives, chopped

Directions:

1. Peel the potatoes and cut in half.
2. Steam the potatoes until the are soft (about 30 minutes).
3. Wash and cook the asparagus al dente or as desired.
4. Chop the parsley, mince the red onion.
5. Using a fork, mash the potatoes lightly.
6. Add the vinegar and lemon juice, a bit of the steaming water from the potatoes or the asparagus and the parsley.
7. Mix to make a sauce.
8. Season with salt and pepper.
9. Serve the asparagus with the potato sauce drizzled over.
10. Garnish with the minced red onions and either a twig of parsley or other herb as desired.