Best 20 Potato Blue Cheese Asparagus Salad Recipes

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Potato blue cheese asparagus salad, a delectable treat for your taste buds, is a delightful fusion of flavors and textures. Imagine tender baby potatoes, roasted until crisp on the outside and fluffy on the inside, combined with crisp asparagus spears and tangy blue cheese, all dressed in a creamy vinaigrette. This salad is a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your palate and leave you craving more. Whether you're looking for a refreshing side dish or a light and flavorful main course, this recipe is sure to become a favorite.

Here are our top 20 tried and tested recipes!

CREAMY ASPARAGUS POTATO SALAD



Creamy Asparagus Potato Salad image

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Cook 1 pound asparagus (trimmed, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces) in salted boiling water until crisp-tender, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon and transfer to ice water to cool; drain. Add 1 pound quartered baby potatoes to the boiling water and cook until tender, 8 to 10 minutes, then drain. Whisk 1/2 cup creme fraiche, 1/4 cup each chopped chervil and chives and 2 tablespoons each olive oil, white wine vinegar and chopped dill in a large bowl. Add the asparagus and potatoes; season with salt and pepper and toss. Refrigerate.

BLUE CHEESE POTATO SALAD



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This is a delicious zesty potato salad.

Provided by TOSWEETFORU

Categories     Salad     Potato Salad Recipes     No Mayo

Time 45m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 slices bacon
2 pounds red new potatoes
½ cup olive oil
3 tablespoons white vinegar
1 bunch green onions, chopped
½ teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 ½ ounces blue cheese, crumbled

Steps:

  • Place bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium high heat until evenly brown. Drain, crumble and set aside.
  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add potatoes and cook until tender but still firm, about 15 minutes. Drain, cool and chop. leaving skins on.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together the oil, vinegar, green onions, salt and pepper. Add the potatoes, bacon and cheese and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 481.4 calories, Carbohydrate 36.8 g, Cholesterol 21.6 mg, Fat 34.4 g, Fiber 4.2 g, Protein 8.3 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, Sodium 552.1 mg, Sugar 2.7 g

MARINATED ASPARAGUS WITH BLUE CHEESE



Marinated Asparagus with Blue Cheese image

Asparagus marinated in vinaigrette and dotted with cheese makes an awesome side. We're blue cheese fans, but you might like Parmesan or feta. -Susan Vaith, Jacksonville, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed
4 green onions, thinly sliced
1/4 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, bring 6 cups water to a boil. Add asparagus; cook, uncovered, 2-3 minutes or just until crisp-tender. Remove asparagus and immediately drop into ice water. Drain and pat dry., In a large resealable plastic bag, combine green onions, oil, vinegar, garlic, salt and pepper. Add asparagus; seal bag and turn to coat. Refrigerate at least 1 hour., Drain asparagus, discarding marinade. Place asparagus on a serving plate; sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 136 calories, Fat 12g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 13mg cholesterol, Sodium 348mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

ASPARAGUS AND BLUE CHEESE AVOCADO TOAST



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Perfect for an afternoon snack or a light lunch. I came up with this during quarantine cooking, utilizing some leftover asparagus and part of an avocado that needed to be used up. The addition of the pungent blue cheese really enhances the flavors!

Provided by Kim's Cooking Now

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Sandwich Recipes     Cheese

Time 10m

Yield 1

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 slice bread
2 teaspoons butter
¼ ripe avocado, smashed
4 cooked asparagus spears
1 tablespoon crumbled blue cheese
1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Toast bread and spread with butter. Top with smashed avocado. Lay the asparagus spears horizontally over the avocado, alternating which way they face. Sprinkle with blue cheese and drizzle with olive oil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 304.5 calories, Carbohydrate 19.8 g, Cholesterol 27.8 mg, Fat 23.5 g, Fiber 5.2 g, Protein 6.3 g, SaturatedFat 8.6 g, Sodium 358 mg, Sugar 2.3 g

ASPARAGUS-AND-POTATO GRATIN



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Is anything better than a decadent potato gratin? Yes: a potato gratin with asparagus and prosciutto. The sweet, grassy undertones of goat cheese and sharp Pecorino Romano compliment this side-turned-dinner dish beautifully and will have the whole family asking for seconds.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Pork Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups coarse fresh bread crumbs (from 3 large slices rustic bread)
4 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1 small bunch asparagus (about 12 ounces), trimmed
4 medium white- or red-skinned potatoes (about 1 1/2 pounds), peeled and cut into 1/2-inch slices
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
3 tablespoons unbleached all-purpose flour
1 1/4 cups whole milk
4 ounces fresh goat cheese, crumbled
1/4 cup grated Pecorino Romano (1 ounce), plus more for serving
6 thin slices prosciutto
Chive blossoms, for serving (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Toss bread-crumbs with oil; season with salt and pepper. Place on a rimmed baking sheet and toast until crisp and just beginning to brown, about 5 minutes.
  • Increase oven temperature to 475 degrees. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil; add asparagus. Return to a boil and cook until crisp-tender, 30 to 60 seconds. Transfer to a plate. Add potatoes to pot; cook until just tender, 8 to 10 minutes. Drain. Arrange potatoes in the bottom of an 8 1/2-by-11 1/2-inch or 2-quart baking dish (about 1 1/2 inches deep).
  • Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add flour; cook until it has a slightly nutty aroma, about 30 seconds. Gradually (to avoid lumps) whisk in milk. Bring mixture to a boil and cook, whisking, until thickened slightly, about 1 minute. Remove from heat; add both cheeses and whisk until melted. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Pour half of sauce over potatoes. Arrange prosciutto and half of asparagus on top. Drizzle with remaining sauce. Top with remaining asparagus, then bread-crumbs. (Dish can be made to this point and refrigerated in an airtight container up to 1 day; add 10 minutes to baking time.) Bake until bubbling around edges, 10 to 12 minutes. Let cool slightly; serve, sprinkled with more Pecorino and chive blossoms.

BACON BLUE CHEESE POTATO SALAD



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I'm not crazy about potato salad, but this one is definitely the exception. It's creamy and the flavor is wonderful. I got the recipe from my friend Devon, who got it from somebody else. Don't be put off by the blue cheese - the flavor is not overwhelming at all. I didn't know it had blue cheese until I asked for the recipe.

Provided by jaynine

Categories     Potato

Time 1h30m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 1/2 lbs red potatoes, cut into eighths
5 slices bacon
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup sour cream
1 tablespoon vinegar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
4 green onions, chopped
3 ounces blue cheese, crumbled (about 3/4 cup)

Steps:

  • Boil potatoes until tender.
  • Cook bacon until crisp, and cut into one inch pieces.
  • In a bowl, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, vinegar, salt and pepper.
  • Fold in green onions, cheese, potatoes and bacon.
  • Can be served immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve.

POTATO AND BLUE CHEESE SALAD



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Categories     Salad     Potato     Side     Fourth of July     Picnic     Blue Cheese     Bacon     Summer     Boil     Bon Appétit     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free

Yield Makes 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

2/3 cup olive oil
1/3 cup apple cider vinegar
1/4 cup minced shallots
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
1 tablespoon plus 1/4 cup chopped fresh chives
1 tablespoon coarse-grained Dijon mustard
2 teaspoons honey
2 teaspoons grated lemon peel
3 pounds small red-skinned potatoes, quartered
8 bacon slices
12 romaine lettuce leaves
1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese (about 2 1/2 ounces)
1 hard-boiled egg, grated

Steps:

  • Whisk oil, vinegar, shallots, parsley, 1 tablespoon chives, mustard, honey and lemon peel in large bowl until well blended. Season dressing to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Cook potatoes in large pot of boiling salted water until just tender, about 8 minutes. Drain. Add warm potatoes to dressing; toss to combine. Season to taste with salt and pepper. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate.)
  • Cook bacon in large skillet over medium heat until crisp. Drain on paper towels. Crumble into small pieces. Arrange lettuce around edge of platter; mound potato salad in center. Sprinkle with bacon, blue cheese, egg and remaining 1/4 cup chives.

BLUE CHEESE & ASPARAGUS SALAD



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Found this recipe on the back of a box of blue cheese and decided to try it. It's a nice blend of flavors and really sets off the asparagus and simple to make. Love that the asparagus is not over cooked and so fresh tasting;I guessed at the size can of mandarin oranges as don't have it handy. I used a small can as didn't want it to sweet - but there's a larger one if you prefer. I did add a teaspoon of balsamic vinager to mine for a little bit of bite, but since the original recipe did not call for it I left it out. Hope you like it.

Provided by Bonnie G 2

Categories     Vegetable

Time 16m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 lbs asparagus
1 (11 ounce) can mandarin oranges, drained, juices reserved
1 tablespoon mandarin orange juice
1/4 cup olive oil
1 cup blue cheese, crumbled
salt

Steps:

  • Fill a large bowl with ice water. Set aside.
  • Bring large pot of salted water to a boil.
  • Add asparagus and cook until crisp-tender.
  • Drain asparagus and plunge into ice bath for 1 minute, then drain and set aside.
  • Whisk together orange juice and olive oil.
  • Toss asparagus, blue cheese and oranges together and drizzle over dressing.
  • Toss gently and sprinkle with salt to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 331.5, Fat 23.9, SaturatedFat 8.3, Cholesterol 25.3, Sodium 504.5, Carbohydrate 20.9, Fiber 6, Sugar 11.7, Protein 13.3

GRILLED RED POTATO SALAD WITH BACON-BLUE CHEESE VINAIGRETTE



Grilled Red Potato Salad with Bacon-Blue Cheese Vinaigrette image

Provided by Bobby Flay

Categories     side-dish

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 pounds new potatoes, scrubbed, cooked until almost tender, drained, and halved
1/4 cup olive oil, plus 1/4 cup
Salt and freshly ground black
3/4 pound hickory smoked bacon
1 large red onion, finely sliced
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1 tablespoon sugar
1/4 cup coarsely chopped flat-leaf parsley
1 cup crumbled Maytag blue cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat grill. Toss potatoes with 1/4 cup olive oil and season with salt and pepper, to taste. Grill cut side down for 3 minutes. Turn over and continue grilling 2 to 3 minutes. Place in a large bowl.
  • Place medium skillet on the side burner or the grill and heat until almost smoking. Add the bacon and cook until golden brown and crisp. Remove to a plate lined with paper towels. Let cool and crumble.
  • Remove all but 2 tablespoons of the bacon fat from the pan. Add the onions and cook until soft, 5 to 6 minutes. Add 1/4 cup olive oil, vinegar, and sugar and cook until sugar is dissolved. Pour the onion mixture over the potatoes, add the crumbled bacon and parsley and toss to combine, season with salt and lots of black pepper. Spoon the salad onto a large platter and sprinkle with the crumbled blue cheese.

BLUE CHEESE POTATO SALAD



Blue Cheese Potato Salad image

Categories     Salad     Cheese     Mustard     Potato     Mayonnaise     Blue Cheese     Summer     Chill     Sour Cream     Bon Appétit

Yield Serves 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

5 pounds red new potatoes
1/2 cup dry white wine
Salt and freshly ground pepper
1 1/4 cups mayonnaise
1 1/4 cups sour cream
2 1/2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
2 1/2 tablespoons cider vinegar
1/2 pound blue cheese, crumbled
5 green onions, minced
1 1/2 cups chopped celery

Steps:

  • Place potatoes in large pot. Cover with cold water. Boil until tender. Drain. Cool slightly. Peel potatoes. Cut into 1-inch pieces. Transfer to large bowl. Add wine, season with salt and pepper and toss to coat. Cool.
  • Combine all remaining ingredients. Mix with potatoes. Adjust seasoning. (Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate. Let stand 30 minutes at room temperature before serving.)

BLUE CHEESE AND ASPARAGUS PIZZA



Blue Cheese and Asparagus Pizza image

My mother used to make this pizza; she didn't cook much so you know it's easy! And it tastes great!

Provided by Cait

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 bunch asparagus, trimmed and snapped into pieces
1 teaspoon olive oil, or as needed
salt and black pepper to taste
½ cup pizza sauce
1 (14 ounce) prebaked pizza crust (such as Boboli®)
¾ cup crumbled blue cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Place asparagus on a baking sheet; drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  • Bake the asparagus in the preheated oven for 10 minutes.
  • While asparagus is baking, spread the pizza sauce over the pizza crust. Distribute asparagus pieces and crumbles of blue cheese evenly over the pizza.
  • Return pizza to center rack of preheated oven; bake until the cheese is melted and bubbling, 8 to 10 more minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 291.3 calories, Carbohydrate 38.6 g, Cholesterol 19.3 mg, Fat 9.7 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 14.9 g, SaturatedFat 4.6 g, Sodium 732.6 mg, Sugar 3.4 g

ROASTED ASPARAGUS & SMASHED NEW POTATO SALAD



Roasted asparagus & smashed new potato salad image

Combine asparagus, goat's cheese, new potatoes, peas and lettuce to make this easy springtime vegetarian dish. Great for a midweek meal

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Dinner, Lunch, Main course, Supper

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 8

200g asparagus
½ lemon , juiced and zested
500g new potatoes
2 tbsp olive oil
2 Little Gem lettuces , quartered
50g peas
100g soft goat's cheese
small bunch dill or parsley

Steps:

  • Slice the bottom 2cm of the asparagus spears into thin rounds and set aside in a bowl with the lemon juice. Bring a pan of salted water to the boil and boil the potatoes for 10-12 mins until cooked through, adding the asparagus spears for the last 2 mins of cooking. Drain and steam-dry in the colander. Heat the grill to high.
  • Tip the potatoes onto a baking tray and use a spoon or fish slice to crush them a bit. Add the asparagus to the tray and toss in 1 tbsp of the olive oil, season and grill for 10-15 mins, turning halfway through, until the potatoes are crisp and the asparagus is cooked through and a little charred. Add the lettuce for the final 5 mins until charred. Meanwhile, cook the peas, drain and add these to the lemon juice and asparagus ends. Whisk in the olive oil and season.
  • Pile the lettuce, asparagus and potatoes onto a large serving dish. Top with chunks of goat's cheese, the asparagus stalks and peas, drizzling the sauce over the rest of the vegetables as you go. Scatter with dill and lemon zest to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 335 calories, Fat 17 grams fat, SaturatedFat 7 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 28 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 4 grams sugar, Fiber 7 grams fiber, Protein 15 grams protein, Sodium 0.5 milligram of sodium

BLUE CHEESE AND BACON POTATO SALAD



Blue Cheese and Bacon Potato Salad image

This is a scrumptious combination of a favorite Southern restaurant's green bean side dish and potato salad. It's fabulous and your family will thank you. You can serve it right away, but it does well for a few hours in the fridge. Eat cold or at room temperature.

Provided by Krissy

Categories     Salad     Potato Salad Recipes     Red Potato Salad Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

5 cups iced water, or as needed
1 pound small red potatoes
½ pound fresh green beans, cut into 1-inch pieces
4 slices bacon
¼ cup white wine vinegar
¼ cup olive oil
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 tablespoon stone-ground mustard
salt and ground black pepper to taste
4 ounces crumbled blue cheese
4 green onions, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Fill a large bowl with iced water. Line a baking sheet with a dish towel.
  • Place potatoes into a large pot and cover with salted water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until tender, about 18 to 20 minutes. Add green beans to the boiling water; blanch for just 1 minute. Drain potatoes and green beans; transfer to bowl of iced water to stop cooking process, about 5 minutes. Remove from iced water with a slotted spoon and place on prepared baking sheet to dry. Cut potatoes into quarters.
  • Place the bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain and cool bacon slices on paper towels; crumble.
  • Whisk vinegar, olive oil, mayonnaise, and mustard together in a large bowl. Season with salt and black pepper. Add potatoes and green beans; stir to coat. Top with bacon, blue cheese, and green onions; stir once to incorporate.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 282.1 calories, Carbohydrate 16.3 g, Cholesterol 22.5 mg, Fat 20.9 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 8.8 g, SaturatedFat 6.2 g, Sodium 476.4 mg, Sugar 1.7 g

BLUE CHEESE POTATO SALAD



Blue Cheese Potato Salad image

I can imagine this served with a char-grilled steak topped with garlic butter. This was cut out of a 1990 Bon Appetit. Well better late than never, I have Sundays dinner menu to drool over!

Provided by Lorac

Categories     Cheese

Time 40m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

5 lbs new potatoes
1/2 cup dry white wine
salt & freshly ground black pepper
1 1/4 cups mayonnaise
1 1/4 cups sour cream
2 1/2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
2 1/2 tablespoons cider vinegar
1/2 lb crumbled blue cheese
6 green onions, chopped
1 1/2 cups chopped celery

Steps:

  • Boil or steam potatoes until tender, peel and cut into 1 inch cubes.
  • In a large bowl toss the still warm potatoes with wine, salt and pepper.
  • Combine remaining ingredients and mix with potatoes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 273.9, Fat 10.5, SaturatedFat 6.4, Cholesterol 26.7, Sodium 342.1, Carbohydrate 35.6, Fiber 4.7, Sugar 3, Protein 8.7

BLUE CHEESE POTATOES



Blue Cheese Potatoes image

Brandi Rook serves this warm creamy potato salad to the blue cheese lovers in her Salina, Kansas home. "Try it with a beef entree," she suggests. "It's incredibly tasty yet quick to fix because you don't need to peel the potatoes."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 pounds red potatoes, cut into chunks
1/4 cup heavy whipping cream, whipped
1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese
1 cup mayonnaise
1/2 pound sliced bacon, cooked and crumbled

Steps:

  • Place the potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 15-20 minutes or until tender. , Meanwhile, in a large bowl, fold whipped cream and blue cheese into mayonnaise. Drain potatoes; gently stir in blue cheese mixture. Sprinkle with bacon. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 376 calories, Fat 31g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 31mg cholesterol, Sodium 368mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

BLUE GREEN AND RED POTATO SALAD



Blue Green and Red Potato Salad image

Tangy Potato Salad

Provided by KareBear

Categories     Salad     Potato Salad Recipes     Red Potato Salad Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 8

10 small red potatoes
4 ounces crumbled blue cheese
3 large Granny Smith apples - peeled, cored and sliced
3 green onions, sliced
½ cup sliced celery
½ cup sour cream
¾ cup mayonnaise
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Place the potatoes into a large pot and cover with salted water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until tender, 15 to 20 minutes. Drain and allow to steam dry for a minute or two. Transfer potatoes to a large bowl and allow to cool to room temperature.
  • Cut potatoes into bite size pieces and return to bowl. Stir in the blue cheese, apples, green onions, and celery. Mix in the sour cream and mayonnaise; season with salt and pepper to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 332.5 calories, Carbohydrate 36.7 g, Cholesterol 19.8 mg, Fat 19 g, Fiber 4.3 g, Protein 6.5 g, SaturatedFat 5.6 g, Sodium 274.5 mg, Sugar 8.7 g

RED BLISS POTATO SALAD WITH BLUE CHEESE, BACON, AND CHIVES



Red Bliss Potato Salad with Blue Cheese, Bacon, and Chives image

Reminiscent of baked potatoes topped with bacon and chives, this side dish envelops vibrant red potatoes in a tangy blue cheese and buttermilk dressing.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Pork Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 1/2 pounds Red Bliss potatoes
3 tablespoons coarse salt
1 1/2 ounces Danish blue cheese, plus more for garnish
1/2 cup buttermilk
1 teaspoon red-wine vinegar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon minced fresh chives, plus 1 teaspoon for garnish
8 bacon strips, cooked until crisp and crumbled

Steps:

  • Place potatoes and the salt in a medium saucepan. Cover with water, and bring to a simmer. Cook until a knife pierces through potatoes with little resistance, about 12 minutes. Drain, and let cool slightly. Halve potatoes.
  • Meanwhile, mix blue cheese, buttermilk, vinegar, and mustard in a bowl until well combined.
  • Combine potatoes, dressing, chives, and almost all of the bacon in a large bowl. Garnish with blue cheese, chives, and remaining bacon.

ASPARAGUS WITH BLUE CHEESE SAUCE



Asparagus with Blue Cheese Sauce image

MY SISTER introduced me to this recipe several years ago because she knows I love blue cheese. This dish is a simple way to dress up asparagus, giving it a tangy taste altogether different from the usual cheese sauce. I make it every spring when we have fresh homegrown asparagus. -Leona Luecking West Burlington, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/2 pound fresh asparagus spears
2 ounces cream cheese, softened
3 tablespoons evaporated milk or half-and-half cream
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 to 2 tablespoons crumbled blue cheese

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, cook asparagus in a small amount of water until crisp-tender. Meanwhile, in another saucepan, whisk cream cheese, milk and salt over low heat until smooth. Stir in blue cheese and heat through. Drain asparagus and top with sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 157 calories, Fat 13g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 42mg cholesterol, Sodium 319mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

POTATO ASPARAGUS BAKE



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Many of my springtime menus include this dish, which can be made ahead, refrigerated and baked when ready.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h5m

Yield 8-10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound potatoes, peeled and quartered
1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed
2 tablespoons butter or margarine, divided
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
3/4 cup heavy whipping cream
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3 tablespoons dry bread crumbs
3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Place potatoes in a saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 15-20 minutes or until tender. Meanwhile, cut the tips off asparagus spears; set aside for garnish. Cut stalks into 1-in. pieces; place in a saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 18-20 minutes or until tender. Drain asparagus and place in a food processor or blender. Cover and process until pureed; set aside. Drain potatoes; mash and set aside., In a large saucepan, melt 1 tablespoon butter; whisk in flour until smooth. Gradually stir in cream. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in asparagus pieced, mashed potatoes, salt and pepper. Transfer to a greased shallow 1-1/2 quart baking dish. Top with reserved asparagus tips., Melt remaining butter; lightly brush some over top. Toss bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese and remaining butter; sprinkle over casserole. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until lightly browned.

Nutrition Facts :

NEW POTATO AND ASPARAGUS SALAD



New Potato and Asparagus Salad image

Categories     Salad     Potato     Side     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Asparagus     Bon Appétit     Vegan     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield 2 servings; can be doubled or tripled

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 medium red new potatoes (about 17 ounces), halved lengthwise
1 pound asparagus, trimmed
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1/4 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons minced fresh chives
Salt and freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Cook potatoes in large pot of boiling water until just tender, about 20 minutes. Drain and cool slightly. Cook asparagus in large pot of boiling salted water until just crisp-tender, about 8 minutes. Drain. Refresh under cold water. Cut potatoes into wedges. Cut asparagus into 1 1/2-inch pieces. Toss vegetables together in large bowl.
  • Combine mustard and lemon juice in small bowl. Gradually whisk in oil. Pour over vegetables. Add chives and toss to coat. Season with salt and freshly ground pepper. Serve salad warm or at room temperature.

BLUE CHEESE AND ASPARAGUS SALAD



Blue Cheese and Asparagus Salad image

I got this recipe from the package of my Treasure Cave brand blue cheese. I'm always looking for a new way to prepare vegetables and we love asparagus!

Provided by KellyMac6

Categories     Cheese

Time 10m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 lbs asparagus
1 (8 ounce) can mandarin oranges, drained, juices reserved
1 tablespoon reserved mandarin orange juice
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
1 cup crumbled blue cheese
salt

Steps:

  • Fill a large bowl with ice water and set aside.
  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, add the asparagus and cook until crisp-tender.
  • Drain the asparagus and plunge into the ice bath for 1 minute, then drain and set aside.
  • Whisk together the orange juice and olive oil.
  • Toss the asparagus, blue cheese and oranges together and drizzle over the dressing.
  • Toss gently and sprinkle with salt to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 213.5, Fat 15.9, SaturatedFat 5.6, Cholesterol 16.9, Sodium 336, Carbohydrate 12.1, Fiber 3.7, Sugar 6.3, Protein 8.8

Tips:

  • Select the right potatoes: Choose firm, waxy potatoes like Yukon Gold or red potatoes for this salad. These potatoes hold their shape well when cooked and won't get mushy.
  • Cook the potatoes perfectly: Boiling the potatoes until they are just tender is key. Overcooked potatoes will become mushy and fall apart.
  • Use good quality blue cheese: A sharp, flavorful blue cheese like Roquefort or Gorgonzola will add plenty of flavor to this salad. Avoid using a mild or bland blue cheese, as it will get lost in the other ingredients.
  • Roast the asparagus: Roasting the asparagus brings out its natural sweetness and gives it a slightly smoky flavor. You can also grill or sauté the asparagus if you prefer.
  • Make a flavorful dressing: The dressing for this salad is simple but flavorful. Use a good quality olive oil and vinegar, and add some Dijon mustard, honey, and fresh herbs for extra flavor.
  • Assemble the salad just before serving: This salad is best when served fresh. Assemble it just before serving to prevent the potatoes and asparagus from becoming soggy.

Conclusion:

This potato, blue cheese, and asparagus salad is a delicious and easy-to-make side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is packed with flavor and texture, and it is sure to be a hit with your friends and family.

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