Lemony 3 Green Salad

I do believe this may be one of my top 3 favourite summer sides of all time.  It is unbelievably refreshing, crisp, simple and so true to it's own pure flavours.  It's green, it's gorgeous and gloriously fresh. I don't feel it needs more of an introduction.....so simple.  Just make it....nuff said.

Lemony 3 Green Salad

Serves 4

1/4 lb each Green Beans, Snap Peas and Asparagus
3 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
1 small shallot, finely chopped
1/4 tsp salt
freshly ground pepper

Prepare an ice bath by putting cold water in a large bowl and tossing in a bunch of ice cubes.  Bring a pot of water to a boil.  Drop the asparagus in and blanch for 1 minute only and drop them immediately into the ice water to stop the cooking and retain the colour.  Repeat with the snap peas and the beans, cooking the beans for about a minute and a half.  If doing ahead, place the drained veggies in the refrigerator.
Combine the olive oil, lemon juice, shallot and salt and pepper.  Pour over the chilled veggie and toss.