ASPARAGUS-SPINACH PASTA SALAD

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Fresh spinach, crunchy cashews and penne pasta are tossed with roasted asparagus to create this delightful spring salad. -Kathleen Lucas, Trumbull, Connecticut

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1-1/2 pounds fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
2 tablespoons plus 1/2 cup olive oil, divided
1/4 teaspoon salt
1-1/2 pounds uncooked penne pasta
3/4 cup chopped green onions
6 tablespoons white wine vinegar
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 package (6 ounces) fresh baby spinach
1 cup coarsely chopped cashews
1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Place asparagus in a 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons oil; sprinkle with salt. Bake, uncovered, at 400° for 8-10 minutes or until crisp-tender, stirring after 5 minutes. Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package directions; drain., For dressing, combine onions, vinegar and soy sauce in a blender; cover and process. While processing, gradually add the remaining oil in a steady steam., In a large salad bowl, combine pasta, spinach and asparagus. Drizzle with dressing; toss to coat. Sprinkle with cashews and Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts :

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This is my new favorite pasta salad recipe!


Ifeoma Aninkwo
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This salad is perfect for a summer picnic or potluck. It's light and refreshing, and it's easy to make ahead of time.


Darrell
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover asparagus and spinach. It's also a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.


haris sumi
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I love that this salad is so versatile. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your taste.


John Jennifer
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This salad is a great make-ahead dish. I often make it the night before and it's even better the next day.


Kunjutty Cherukattil
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I'm not a big fan of pasta salad, but this one is really good! The dressing is light and flavorful, and the vegetables are perfectly cooked.


Zack
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the sweet and tangy dressing.


Segow Mabulana
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always delicious. I love that I can use whatever vegetables I have on hand.


Billal Hosan
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I've been making this salad for years and it's always a hit! It's a great way to use up leftover asparagus and spinach.


Md Alfaz Barek hossen
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This salad is perfect for a summer picnic or potluck. It's light and refreshing, and it's easy to make ahead of time.


Haider Official
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I made this salad for a party and it was a huge success! Everyone raved about how delicious it was.


Danish Raza
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I love that this salad is healthy and delicious! It's a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.


Subhan Mudasar
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This is my new favorite pasta salad recipe! It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


aishaadesewa balogun
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I'm not a huge fan of asparagus, but this salad changed my mind! The asparagus was perfectly cooked and the dressing was light and flavorful.


Maraljin Otgonbayr
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This salad is so versatile! I've made it with different types of pasta, vegetables, and dressing, and it's always delicious.


Neache daniella
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I added some grilled chicken to this salad and it was amazing! The flavors all worked so well together.


Lolo Haitham
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I made this salad for a picnic and it was perfect! It was easy to transport and held up well in the heat.


Alan King
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Great recipe! The salad was delicious and very refreshing.


taha kourdorli
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This asparagus spinach pasta salad was a hit at my last potluck! Everyone loved the fresh flavors and the dressing was perfect.