Pickled Asparagus Salad

Pickled Asparagus Salad is one of my favorite side dish recipes for BBQs, potlucks and other gatherings. Served as a cold asparagus salad, it is an excellent make-ahead recipe and checks all my boxes as the ideal party food.

Ingreadient

  • 2 bunches michigan asparagus trimmed and cut into 1 1/2 inch pieces
  • 1 tablespoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 8 ounces sliced water chestnuts cut in half
  • 1/4 cup roasted red pepper minced