Asparagus Chef Salad

Ingredients

• 2-1/2 lb. asparagus, trimmed
• 8 oz. mushrooms, sliced
• 2 oz. part-skim julienne Swiss cheese
• 2 oz. lean julienne ham
• 1 Tbsp.finely chopped onion
• 1 orange, peeled and cubed

  Dressing:

• 1 pkg. lemon and herb salad dressing mix
• 2 Tbsp. water
• 1/4 cup vinegar
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil

Directions

1. Chop asparagus into bite-sized pieces and place in a microwavve-proof casserole dish. Add 2 Tbsp. water, cover, and Microwave for 2 minutes. Drain. Measure remaining ingredients into a salad bowl. Add asparagus when completely cool.
2. Prepare dressing in a shaker container and add approximately 1/3 of it to the salad. Save remaining dressing for greens and fresh vegetables.

Recipe Yield: Yield: 4-1/2 (1 cup) servings

Source: Cooking Healthy and Fast
Book Title: Cooking Healthy and Fast