Recipe Wednesday: Strawberry, Raspberry and Asparagus

Strawberry, Raspberry and Asparagus

​Ingredients:

• 1 lb. asparagus, trimmed
• 10 medium strawberries, sliced
• 1/2 cup raspberries
• 4 fresh basil leaves, minced
• 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
• 1/2 cup pomegranate juice
• 2 tbsp. olive oil
• Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper

Directions:

1. Preheat the oven to 400 F.
2. In a bowl, combine the asparagus and olive oil; season to taste with salt and pepper.
3. Place the asparagus on a baking sheet and cook in the oven until soft, about 10 minutes.
4. Pour the balsamic vinegar and pomegranate juice in a saucepan.
5. Reduce to 1/4 cup over medium heat.
6. Serve the asparagus with strawberries and raspberries; drizzle with the balsamic vinegar mixture.
7. Serve topped with fresh basil.