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Cherry Tomato and Aspargus Salad

Cherry Tomato and Aspargus Salad
Serves 4-6
1 lb. asparagus, trimmed and halved6 cups halved cherry, grape and pear tomatoes in varied colors1/2 cup crumbled gorgonzola cheese1 ripe avocado, cut into cubes1 cup sliced basil leaves1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil2 tsp. lemon juice2 tsp Dijon mustard1/2 tsp. each kosher salt and pepper
Boil asparagus in a large pot of salted water for 2 minutes.  Drain and rinse with cold water.  Mix asparagus with remaining ingredients in a large bowl, string well to coat evenly with dressing.

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