Spring asparagus salads are a delightful and refreshing way to celebrate the arrival of spring. With their vibrant green color, crisp texture, and slightly sweet flavor, asparagus spears are the perfect addition to any salad. Whether you prefer a simple salad with just a few ingredients or a more complex salad with a variety of flavors and textures, there's sure to be a spring asparagus salad recipe that will滿足 your cravings.
Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!
SPRING ASPARAGUS SALAD
This is a nice and simple cold salad that is nothing more than asparagus dressed in a Chinese-influenced vinaigrette topped with sesame seeds. It's a great way to celebrate the arrival of the asparagus crops!
Provided by Seattle Dad
Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes Asparagus Salad Recipes
Time 25m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Whisk together the rice vinegar, red wine vinegar, soy sauce, sugar, and mustard. Drizzle in the peanut oil and sesame oil while whisking vigorously to emulsify. Set aside.
- Bring a pot of lightly-salted water to a boil. Add the asparagus to the water and cook 3 to 5 minutes until just tender, but still mostly firm. Remove and rinse under cold water to stop from cooking any further.
- Place the asparagus in a large bowl and drizzle the dressing over the asparagus. Toss until evenly coated. Sprinkle with sesame seeds to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 95.4 calories, Carbohydrate 5.8 g, Fat 7.6 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 2.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 73.1 mg, Sugar 2.8 g
SPRING ASPARAGUS, HAM AND POTATO SALAD - HONEY MUSTARD DRESSING
A light, fresh and very tasty potato salad, which is more of a meal than a side dish! I made this up when I had a few spears of fresh asparagus left, some boiled potatoes and some honey roast ham in the fridge! This recipe/idea is for two people - but it can be increased with ease, hence my listing of the ingredients in numbers, rather than in ounces or grammes! The dressing can be made ahead......and, hopefully it will be warm enough to sit outside and soak up the spring or early summer sun......c'est Parfait!
Provided by French Tart
Categories Salad Dressings
Time 5m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Make up the dressing by putting all the dressing ingredients into a jar and shaking it well. The dressing can be made up well in advance.
- Choose two attractive plates or bowls and start to assemble the salad.
- Place the potatoes on the plate/bowl first and then arrange the strips of ham & asparagus spears over the top - gently mix through to "just" mingle the ingredients together.
- Next, scatter the minced/finely diced red onion over and then the sliced cornichons - if you are using them.
- Pour over the honey & mustard dressing - giving the salad a liberal dousing!
- Season and scatter the chopped chives and/or the chopped chervil over the top.
- Serve with crusty bread & a glass of crisp, chilled white Chablis or Chardonnay!
- Optional ideas:.
- You could also add peas, broad beans, olives or crispy bacon!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 675.1, Fat 22.9, SaturatedFat 5, Cholesterol 29.4, Sodium 583.3, Carbohydrate 104.9, Fiber 9.8, Sugar 14.5, Protein 16.4
SPRING LAYERED SALAD WITH ASPARAGUS AND BUTTERMILK DRESSING
Layered is the new chopped! We stacked spring's best produce and finished it with a Parmesan-buttermilk dressing (which you can also use on any non-vertical salad). If peas are more your thing, swap them out for the asparagus. You could also add a layer of leftover potato salad, because... why not?
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 55m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Toss the onions with 2 tablespoons each vinegar and cold water and a large pinch of salt in a small bowl. Let sit for at least 30 minutes, tossing occasionally. (The onions will turn bright pink.) Strain.
- Meanwhile, set up a steamer in a pot of simmering water. Add the asparagus, and steam until bright green and crisp-tender, 6 to 8 minutes. Remove, spread out on a baking sheet and let cool.
- Whisk together the buttermilk, Parmesan, mayonnaise, garlic, the remaining 1 tablespoon vinegar, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper in a small bowl.
- Using a straight-sided 3-quart tall glass bowl for 1 large salad or four 16-ounce wide-mouth glass jars with lids for 4 individual salads, make a first layer with half the arugula, then add the following in separate layers: the radishes, half the broccoli, the snap peas, the pickled red onion, the remaining arugula, the remaining broccoli, and the asparagus and egg. Sprinkle the top with the almonds. (The salad can be put together, covered and refrigerated for up to 2 hours before serving.)
- If making 1 salad, just before serving, transfer it to a large bowl, toss with about half the dressing and season with salt and pepper. If making 4 salads, add dressing to each jar, season with salt and pepper, cover with the lid and shake to coat. Serve the remaining dressing on the side.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 399, Fat 28 grams, SaturatedFat 6 grams, Cholesterol 202 milligrams, Sodium 426 milligrams, Carbohydrate 19 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 20 grams, Sugar 8 grams
SPRING ASPARAGUS CHICKEN SALAD
From a Betty Crocker Booklet from 1992. Very nice salad with the addition of the aspargus and nuts. You can use either white or green asparagus. Allow at least 2 hours of chilling time before being able to serve.
Provided by HokiesMom
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 2h10m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Drain pineapple and reserve 1 tbls of the juice for later.
- Mix chicken, walnuts, almonds and pineapple in medium bowl.
- Mix reserved pineapple juice and mayonaisse until smooth.
- Toss mayonaisse mixture with chicken mixture.
- Fold in asparagus.
- Cover and refrigerate about 2 hours or until chilled.
- Serve on lettuce leaves.
SPRING ASPARAGUS TOMATO SALAD
"This refreshing salad is one of the first requests from my family as soon as the spring asparagus is on the market," notes Lois Crissman from Mansfield, Ohio. "It seems to impress guests, too."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 15m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Place asparagus in a steamer basket; place in a saucepan over 1 in. of water. Bring to a boil; cover and steam for 5-7 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain and immediately place asparagus in ice water. Drain and pat dry. , In a large bowl, combine the asparagus, tomatoes and onion. Drizzle with vinaigrette; gently toss to coat. Serve with a slotted spoon.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 91 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 260mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein.
Tips:
- Choose thin, pencil-like asparagus stalks for the best flavor and texture.
- Trim the asparagus by snapping off the woody ends.
- Blanch the asparagus in boiling water for 2-3 minutes, then immediately transfer it to an ice bath to stop the cooking process and preserve the bright green color.
- Use a variety of fresh herbs, such as chives, dill, and basil, to add flavor to the salad.
- Add a squeeze of lemon juice or a drizzle of balsamic vinegar to brighten the flavors of the salad.
- Serve the salad immediately or chill it for later.
Conclusion:
Asparagus salad is a light, refreshing, and flavorful dish that is perfect for spring. It is easy to make and can be customized to your own taste. Whether you prefer a simple salad with just a few ingredients or a more elaborate salad with a variety of flavors, there is an asparagus salad recipe out there for you. So next time you are looking for a healthy and delicious salad, give one of these asparagus salad recipes a try.
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