Fresh Shaved Asparagus & Caramelized Onion Salad

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1 bunch of fresh asparagus, ends trimmed

1 red pepper, cut into matchsticks 

1 large red onion

2 lemons

2 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil or avocado oil

1 Tbsp agave or maple syrup

1 Tbsp Dijon Mustard

2 Tbsp minced white onion or shallot

1/4 tsp. kosher salt

1/4 tsp. fresh ground black pepper

1/4 cup of shaved almonds

Slice red onion into 1/2 inch rounds and add to pan on medium heat with 1 Tbsp of olive oil. Stirring occasionally until onion has browned and has started to become crispy around the edges. 

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While the onions are cooking, prepare asparagus with a vegetable peeler, dragging the peeler lengthwise to create ribbons. Add to bowl with red pepper that has been cut into matchsticks. 

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Prepare dressing by zesting 1 lemon and adding the juice of 2 lemons, the agave, oil and Dijon mustard with salt and pepper to a jar or dressing container. Shake well. 

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Top asparagus with warm onions and dressing. Sprinkle with shaved almonds and serve right away. Also great if you let sit in the fridge, it gets even better!

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Perfect side with my Baked Risotto with Fresh Peas