asparaguswithmarinatedmozzarella1.jpgIngredients:
½ lb. fresh asparagus spears
1/2 cup whole wheat flour
1 egg, lightly beaten
1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup whole wheat breadcrumbs
4 roma tomatoes, quartered
4oz. fresh small mozzarella cheese balls
1 cup fresh basil leaves
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
pepper, to taste

Directions:
1. Coat asparagus in flour, dip in egg and coat in combined breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese, press lightly.
2. Place asparagus on a lined oven tray and bake at 200°C for 8 to 10 minutes or until parmesan cheese is golden and crisp.
3. Combine tomatoes, mozzarella cheese balls and basil and drizzle with vinegar. Arrange salad onto serving plates, top with crumbed asparagus and season to taste.