ASPARAGUS SALAD

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A tangy, homemade dressing nearly steals the show from crisp-tender asparagus in Tammy Allison's nutritious salad. "It's a lovely display at dinner parties that isn't a lot of work," she writes from Cape May Court House, New Jersey.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed
2 tablespoons water
4 cups spring mix salad greens
1/3 cup balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons orange juice
2 tablespoons pineapple preserves
2 tablespoons apricot preserves
1 tablespoon sesame seeds, toasted
1 teaspoon minced fresh gingerroot
1/4 cup slivered almonds, toasted

Steps:

  • Place asparagus and water in a microwave-safe 11x7-in. dish. Cover and microwave on high for 2-3 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain and immediately place asparagus in ice water. Drain and pat dry., Place salad greens on a serving platter; top with asparagus. In a small bowl, whisk the vinegar, orange juice, preserves, sesame seeds and ginger. Drizzle over salad. Sprinkle with almonds. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 93 calories, Fat 3g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 27mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Yassin sheasheaa
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.


Mohammed Mohsen
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I've never made asparagus salad before, but this recipe was so easy to follow and the results were amazing!


fish 123
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This is a healthy and delicious salad that is perfect for a quick lunch or dinner.


Tekila Anderson
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I love this salad so much, I make it all year round. I just use whatever seasonal vegetables I have on hand.


Rachel Potter
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This is a great salad to make ahead of time. It's even better the next day.


Md Fuhad Islam
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I'm not a huge fan of tahini, so I used a lemon-vinaigrette dressing instead. It was still very good.


CyrusBatiste
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover asparagus.


Yvonne Heavens
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit at parties.


Rhonda Roach
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This salad is so easy to make, but it looks and tastes like it came from a fancy restaurant.


MD Abu Talha
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I'm not a huge fan of goat cheese, so I substituted feta cheese instead. It was still delicious!


Daniel Ngugi
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I made this salad for my family and they all loved it. Even my picky kids ate it without complaint!


Amazia Kyei
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This is a great recipe for a healthy and delicious side dish.


Pappu Pappu
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I've never been a big fan of asparagus, but this salad changed my mind. The lemon-tahini dressing really brightens up the asparagus and makes it taste amazing.


Charity McFetridge
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This salad is so refreshing and light. It's perfect for a hot summer day.


Emma Bakhos
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I love the addition of goat cheese and walnuts to this salad. It gives it a really nice flavor and texture.


Anika love
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a success. The asparagus is always perfectly cooked and the dressing is delicious.


Sean Russell
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This is one of my favorite salads. It's so easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser.


El Astro
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved the combination of flavors and textures.


Jesse George
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Asparagus salad is a simple yet elegant dish that is perfect for a summer luncheon or dinner party. The combination of asparagus, goat cheese, and walnuts is a classic, and the lemon-tahini dressing adds a bright and refreshing flavor.


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