Mangetout Rodney
Jun 16, 20201 min
Updated: May 11, 2021
1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
200g peeled cooked beetroot (not in vinegar), cut into bite-sized pieces
2 handfuls mixed leaves
ΒΌ cucumber, cut into batons
8 asparagus spears, trimmed
2 large eggs
Pour the olive oil and vinegar into a small bowl, mix well and add the beetroot. Divide the mixed leaves and cucumber between 2 plates.
Blanch the asparagus in a pan of simmering water for 2 mins, then remove and set aside. Crack the eggs into the pan and simmer gently for 3 mins until the whites are cooked and the yolks are just beginning to set, but still runny. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on kitchen paper.
Meanwhile, add the beetroot to the salad plates, pour over the dressing and lightly toss together. Top each plate with asparagus and a poached egg to serve.