Grilled Prime Rib with California Jumbo Asparagus

Ingredients

Vinaigrette

• 4 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 to 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1/8 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon ground pepper

Prime Rib

• 2 3/4 thick slices of prime rib
• 1 to 2 teaspoons lemon pepper
• 1 to 2 teaspoons minced fresh thyme, sage
• 1 small tomato, sliced in half
• Zest of 1 lemon

Instructions

1. Mix Vinaigrette ingredients and store in a cool place.
2. Steam jumbo asparagus, let cool and place on a plate.
3. Season prime rib and grill to appropriate doneness.
4. Place California Asparagus on a plate with prime rib; dribble Vinaigrette over the asparagus and garnish with lemon peel and herb sprigs.

Attribution

Recipe and photo used with permission from: California Asparagus Commission.