Asparagus, Egg, & Bacon Salad - With Lemon Dressing

I threw this salad together one evening last week as an accompaniment to a lemon chicken pasta dish. I was amazed at how tasty this simple salad was! I now find myself craving this salad daily.It is the perfect dish for spring, and it's versatility is part of it's appeal! This salad can be the perfect side dish to a light chicken dish or it is hearty enough to stand on it's own as a meal.

The egg combines with the lemon dressing to create a zesty, creamy coating that pairs beautifully with the crisp, slightly sweet asparagus and the salty bacon and Parmesan! You are going to love this light spring salad!

Asparagus, Egg, & Bacon Salad - With Lemon Dressing
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• 2 large hard boiled eggs, peeled and sliced
• 1 bunch, chopped asparagus
• 3 slices cooked and crumbled center cut bacon
• 2-3 teaspoons of grated Parmesan Cheese
• 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 1 1/2 tbsp lemon juice
• 1/2 tbsp bacon grease
• pinch salt and pepper, to taste

Directions:

Bring a pot of water to a boil, add the asparagus and cook 2 1/2 to 3 minutes, until tender yet firm. Drain, then run under cold water to stop it from cooking further. Set aside.

In a small bowl combine the oil, lemon juice, bacon grease, and a pinch of salt and pepper.

Transfer the asparagus to a plate, then top with sliced egg, bacon, cheese, and then drizzle with the lemon dressing. Enjoy!