Easy Blanched Asparagus Recipe (Mediterranean Style) | The Mediterranean Dish

"All-star blanched asparagus recipe, topped with a simple Mediterranean salsa with tomatoes, shallot & fresh herbs. Great appetizer, salad or side. Vegan. GF..."

INGREDIENTS
12 oz cherry tomatoes (chopped or halved (place in a small sieve over a bowl to drain a little))
1 shallot (finely chopped)
1 garlic clove (finely chopped)
1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley leaves
1/4 cup chopped fresh mint leaves (or basil chiffonade, if you prefer)
Salt and pepper (more for later)
1/2 tsp sumac
2 to 3 tsp fresh lemon juice
Early Harvest Greek extra virgin olive oil
1 1/2 lb Asparagus (tough ends trimmed (preferably baby asparagus if available))
Water
Zest of 1 lemon
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