Ingredients:
1 lemon, zested
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
¼ cup balsamic vinegar
2 teaspoons honey
½ teaspoon sea salt
½ teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
¾ cup extra virgin olive oil
1 pound asparagus, tough ends trimmed
6 to 8 slices all natural bacon, cooked and crumbled
Directions:
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.
In a bowl, whisk together the lemon zest, lemon juice, balsamic vinegar, honey, salt, pepper and olive oil.
Place the asparagus in a large baking dish or on a lined baking sheet. Drizzle half the vinaigrette over the asparagus and toss to coat each stalk.
Place the asparagus in the oven and roast for about 5 to 8 minutes or until the asparagus is crisp tender.
Remove the asparagus from the oven and transfer to a platter. Drizzle a little vinaigrette over the top of the asparagus and then sprinkle wit the crumbled bacon. Check the seasonings and serve immediately. Serves 4 to 6