Best 8 Lemony Asparagus Salad With Shaved Cheese And Nuts Recipes

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Are you craving a refreshing and tangy salad that's packed with flavor and nutrients? Look no further than our lemony asparagus salad with shaved cheese and nuts. This vibrant and colorful dish combines the crispness of asparagus, the zesty kick of lemons, the creaminess of shaved cheese, and the crunch of nuts for a truly tantalizing culinary experience. Get ready to impress your taste buds with this delightful salad that's perfect for a light lunch, a healthy side dish, or a flavorful addition to your next picnic or potluck.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

LEMONY ASPARAGUS SALAD WITH SHAVED CHEESE AND NUTS



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Less is more when it comes to asparagus, especially those first tender stalks that show up in spring. Here they're quickly steamed and turned into an elegant salad tossed with a lemony, shallot dressing, and enriched with plenty of grated Manchego or other cheese. Chopped pistachios add another shade of green to the plate along with their sweet crunch, but use any nuts you like, or skip them entirely. This tangy, bright salad doesn't need them.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     vegetables, side dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

3/4 cup pistachios or other nuts
1 pound asparagus, woody ends trimmed
1/2 cup plus 3 tablespoons soft herbs, such as dill, parsley and tarragon, or a combination
3 tablespoons minced shallots, red onion or scallion
1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (or cider vinegar)
Large pinch of kosher salt, plus more as needed
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for serving
3/4 cup coarsely grated cheese (1 1/2 ounces), preferably a young sheep's milk, such as pecorino or Manchego, but any firm cheese works, plus more for serving

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350 degrees. On a rimmed baking sheet, spread pistachios in an even layer and toast for 5 minutes. Remove from oven and let cool enough to handle, then roughly chop.
  • Meanwhile, fill a large skillet with 1-inch water. Place steam basket on top, cover and bring to a simmer. Steam asparagus until just tender, about 5 minutes. Drain.
  • Finely chop 3 tablespoons mixed soft herbs. In a medium bowl, combine shallot, lemon juice, a pinch of salt and the pepper, and let sit for 2 minutes. Whisk in oil, then stir in pistachios, cheese and chopped herbs.
  • To serve, drizzle asparagus with oil and salt to taste. Dollop with dressing, tear remaining 1/2 cup herbs on top, and sprinkle generously with more cheese. Taste and adjust salt as needed.

WOOD ROASTED SHAVED ASPARAGUS, PARMESAN, BREADCRUMBS AND LEMON



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 bunch large or jumbo asparagus (can substitute with Brussels sprouts)
Extra-virgin olive oil, for cooking
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 ciabatta loaf, cubed (about 1 quart cubes)
2 cloves garlic, grated
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan, plus more for garnish

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 500 degrees F.
  • Trim the woody ends from the asparagus. Using a vegetable peeler, shave the asparagus lengthwise into strips (if using Brussel sprouts, use a knife or mandoline to shave the sprouts).
  • In a large bowl, gently toss the shaved asparagus with 2 tablespoons olive oil and a few pinches of salt and pepper. Pour the asparagus mixture into a 12-inch cast-iron skillet and loosely arrange a "nest." Roast until slightly browned and softened, about 3 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, heat 1/4 cup olive oil in a large saute pan over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, add the cubed bread and toss to coat in the olive oil. Allow the bread to toast evenly, tossing often, 3 to 5 minutes. Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the garlic to perfume the oil and bread. Remove the bread from the pan to a cutting board and roughly chop the bread pieces. Toss with the grated Parmesan and black pepper, to taste.
  • Top the asparagus with the breadcrumbs. Garnish with more grated Parmesan.

ASPARAGUS AND MUSHROOM SALAD WITH SHAVED PARMESAN



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Categories     Salad     Mushroom     Vegetable     Side     No-Cook     Vegetarian     Low Cal     Parmesan     Asparagus     Spring     Healthy     Watercress     Gourmet     Sugar Conscious     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound medium to thick asparagus, trimmed
1/2 pound mushrooms, stems trimmed even with caps
4 medium radishes, halved lengthwise and sliced thin crosswise
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
freshly ground black pepper to taste
1 bunch watercress, coarse stems discarded
a 1/4-pound piece Parmesan cheese at room temperature

Steps:

  • With a sharp knife, cut asparagus diagonally into very thin slices and transfer to a large bowl. Halve large mushrooms. Slice mushrooms very thin and add with radishes to asparagus. Toss salad gently.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, mustard and salt. Add oil in a stream, whisking, and whisk until emulsified. Drizzle dressing over asparagus salad and toss gently. Grind pepper over salad.
  • Spread watercress on a platter and top with asparagus salad. With a vegetable peeler, shave half to three-fourths of Parmesan into curls over salad, reserving remaining Parmesan for another use.

ARUGULA SALAD WITH SHAVED PARMESAN



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Try this simple arugula salad recipe for a fresh side the whole family will love. It combines fresh peppery greens with tasty golden raisins, crunchy almonds and shaved parmesan. -Nicole Rash, Boise, Idaho

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 cups fresh arugula
1/4 cup golden raisins
1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1/3 cup shaved or shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the arugula, raisins and almonds. Drizzle with oil and lemon juice. Sprinkle with salt and pepper; toss to coat. Divide among 4 plates; top with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 181 calories, Fat 15g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 242mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SHAVED ASPARAGUS SALAD



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Finely shaving the asparagus means the stalks can be eaten practically raw, which is bound to be a first for your guests

Provided by Barney Desmazery

Categories     Buffet, Dinner, Lunch, Starter

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 5

10 asparagus spears, trimmed
juice 1 lemon
30g lemon thyme sprigs, leaves stripped
6 slices prosciutto , torn
50g parmesan , shaved

Steps:

  • Cut the tips away from the asparagus stalks, then cook the tips in boiling water for 2 mins before plunging into iced water. Cook the stalks for 30 secs, then plunge into iced water, too. Mix the olive oil, lemon juice and lemon thyme together in a bowl and season with pepper. Using a swivel-blade vegetable peeler, strip ribbons off the stalks, dropping them into the bowl of dressing as you go.
  • To serve, place a pile of asparagus ribbons in the centre of each plate. Drape the prosciutto around the side, scatter over the asparagus tips and Parmesan, then drizzle with some dressing from the bowl.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 429 calories, Fat 36 grams fat, SaturatedFat 10 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 3 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 3 grams sugar, Fiber 2 grams fiber, Protein 24 grams protein, Sodium 2.64 milligram of sodium

SHAVED ASPARAGUS WITH ARUGULA AND PARMESAN



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You can get asparagus from Peru all winter long, and early spring asparagus from Mexico and Southern California. This is not a dish to make with those. It celebrates your local, regional asparagus, whenever it shows up in your local farmers' market, after months of apples, potatoes and sturdy greens. Simply shaved, then dressed with oil and paired with arugula and Parmesan, it makes for a spring salad of enormous satisfaction.

Provided by David Tanis

Categories     easy, quick, salads and dressings

Time 20m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 pound large or medium asparagus
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
3 tablespoons fruity extra-virgin olive oil
Salt and pepper
6 ounces arugula, washed and dried
Chunk of Parmesan, for shaving
Sliced prosciutto (optional)

Steps:

  • Snap off and discard the tough ends of the asparagus. Using a mandolin, sharp vegetable peeler or thin-bladed knife, slice the asparagus lengthwise into paper-thin ribbons.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice and olive oil to make a dressing. Season to taste with salt and pepper
  • Place the asparagus ribbons in a shallow salad bowl. Season lightly with salt and pepper and coat with half the dressing. Add the arugula, tossing gently to distribute the asparagus. Drizzle with the remaining dressing.
  • With a vegetable peeler, shave thin curls of Parmesan over the salad. Accompany with a platter of sliced prosciutto, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 113, UnsaturatedFat 7 grams, Carbohydrate 3 grams, Fat 9 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 5 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 203 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram

ASPARAGUS, HALLOUMI AND PINE NUT SALAD



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Make and share this Asparagus, Halloumi and Pine Nut Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Rita1652

Categories     Lemon

Time 32m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 lb asparagus
1 lb halloumi cheese
2 tablespoons well seasoned flour
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cup pine nuts
1 cup parsley, chopped
1/2 cup olive oil
1 lemon, juice of

Steps:

  • Snap the stems off the asparagus so that you are left with the green, edible parts.
  • Drop the asparagus into boiling water for about 4 minutes, until al dente.
  • Drain and refresh under cold water.
  • Set the asparagus aside to drip dry.
  • Unwrap the halloumi and pat it dry.
  • Slice it into eight slices and press it into the seasoned flour to coat.
  • Put the olive oil in a pan to heat and when it is hot, slide in the halloumi cheese slices.
  • Cook for a minute per side, until a golden colour.
  • Mix up the olive oil, parsley and lemon juice.
  • Serve the asparagus with the warm halloumi and the dressing drizzled over the top.
  • Scatter the pine nuts over the plate.
  • Dressing: Mix up the olive oil, parsley and lemon juice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 306.1, Fat 30.5, SaturatedFat 3.7, Sodium 17, Carbohydrate 7.8, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 1.7, Protein 4

SHAVED ASPARAGUS WITH PARMESAN VINAIGRETTE



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Provided by Melissa Hamilton

Categories     Salad     Vegetable     Appetizer     Side     No-Cook     Easter     Picnic     Vegetarian     Low Cal     High Fiber     Mother's Day     Lunch     Parmesan     Asparagus     Spring     Healthy     Low Cholesterol     Potluck     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious     Kidney Friendly     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

12 large asparagus spears (about 1 pound), trimmed and peeled
1/4 cup finely grated Parmesan plus a piece for shaving
1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Working with 1 asparagus spear at a time, use a vegetable peeler to shave spears into long, thin shavings. Transfer to a medium bowl (the tips will snap off as spears get thinner; add to bowl). Combine grated Parmesan and lemon juice in a small bowl and slowly whisk in oil until well blended. Season vinaigrette generously with salt and pepper. Drizzle vinaigrette over shaved asparagus and toss to coat. Divide asparagus salad among plates. Use peeler to shave more Parmesan over salad.

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh asparagus that is tender and crisp. Avoid woody or limp asparagus.
  • Blanching the asparagus helps to preserve its bright green color and crisp texture. Be sure to shock the asparagus in ice water immediately after blanching to stop the cooking process.
  • Use a variety of nuts in the salad for added flavor and texture. Some good options include almonds, walnuts, pecans, and pine nuts.
  • If you don't have shaved cheese, you can grate it yourself using a microplane grater.
  • For a lighter dressing, use lemon juice instead of mayonnaise. You can also add a teaspoon of honey or maple syrup to the dressing for a touch of sweetness.
  • Serve the salad immediately or chill it for a few hours before serving. The salad will keep for up to 3 days in the refrigerator.

Conclusion:

This lemony asparagus salad is a refreshing and flavorful side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you are looking for a healthy and delicious salad, give this recipe a try!

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