Best 8 Strawberry Asparagus Pasta Salad Recipes

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Strawberry asparagus pasta salad is a refreshing and flavorful dish that combines the sweetness of strawberries, the delicate flavor of asparagus, and the heartiness of pasta. It's a perfect meal for a summer picnic or potluck, and it's also a great way to use up leftover asparagus. There are many different recipes for strawberry asparagus pasta salad, so you can easily find one that suits your taste. Some recipes call for a creamy dressing, while others use a simple vinaigrette. Some recipes include other ingredients, such as bacon, nuts, or cheese. No matter what recipe you choose, you're sure to enjoy this delicious and versatile dish.

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

ASPARAGUS STRAWBERRY SALAD



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From Medford Lakes, New Jersey, Elissa Armbruster writes, "This simple salad's one of the best I've tasted - and it's so pretty, too! A friend served it at a baby shower...all of us were raving over it and asking for the recipe."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/4 cup sugar
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
1 tablespoon poppy seeds
1-1/2 teaspoons sesame seeds
3/4 teaspoon grated onion
1/4 teaspoon salt, optional
1/8 teaspoon paprika
1/8 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed
1 pint fresh strawberries, sliced
1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese, optional

Steps:

  • In a jar with tight-fitting lid, combine the sugar, vinegar, poppy seeds, sesame seeds, onion, salt if desired, paprika and, Worcestershire sauce; shake until sugar is dissolved. Add the oil; shake well. Cover and refrigerate 1 hour. , In a skillet, cook the asparagus in a small amount of water until crisp-tender, about 6-8 minutes; drain well. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Arrange the asparagus and strawberries on a serving plate; sprinkle with blue cheese if desired. Pour the dressing over all. Serve with a slotted spoon.

Nutrition Facts :

STRAWBERRY-ASPARAGUS PASTA SALAD



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Tangy white balsamic vinegar contrasts with VOSKOS® Nonfat Strawberry Greek Yogurt for a creamy dressing on this vibrant side salad featuring strawberries, asparagus, spinach, and pasta. Serve with roast chicken or grilled steak.

Provided by Voskos

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     VOSKOS®

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 ounces uncooked penne or bow-tie pasta
1 ½ cups asparagus, cut into bite-sized pieces
2 cups strawberries, hulled and quartered lengthwise
1 ½ cups baby spinach
½ cup crumbled goat or feta cheese
1 (5.3 ounce) container VOSKOS® Nonfat Strawberry Greek Yogurt
2 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons finely chopped red onion

Steps:

  • Cook pasta in a large pot according to the package directions, adding the asparagus the last 2 to 3 minutes of cooking or until crisp-tender. Drain pasta and asparagus; rinse with cold water and drain again. Transfer to a very large bowl. Add Strawberry-Yogurt Dressing (see below) and toss to combine.
  • Gently fold in the strawberries and spinach. Transfer to a serving bowl and sprinkle with goat cheese.
  • Strawberry-Yogurt Dressing: Stir together VOSKOS® Nonfat Strawberry Greek Yogurt, balsamic vinegar, and red onion in a bowl. Serve immediately or chill up to 24 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 239.3 calories, Carbohydrate 38.6 g, Cholesterol 10.1 mg, Fat 4.6 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 11.3 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 83.9 mg, Sugar 4.6 g

STRAWBERRY AND ASPARAGUS SALAD



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Provided by Stuart O'Keeffe

Categories     appetizer

Time 18m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 1/2 tablespoons honey
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 cups (1-inch pieces) fresh asparagus
8 cups arugula
2 cups sliced fresh strawberries

Steps:

  • In a small bowl whisk the lemon juice, oil, honey, and balsamic vinegar. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Set aside.
  • Bring a small pot of water to a boil over medium heat. Add the asparagus and cook for 3 minutes. Remove and drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
  • Put 2 cups of arugula on each serving plate, top with strawberries and asparagus and drizzle with the vinaigrette.

STRAWBERRY ASPARAGUS SALAD



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Strawberry Swap Spring 2005 ZWT region is West for the strawberries and the asparagus grown in California.

Provided by LoriInIndiana

Categories     Strawberry

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 cups asparagus, cut in pieces and blanched
2 cups strawberries, sliced
1/4 cup lemon juice
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 tablespoons honey

Steps:

  • Toss the asparagus and strawberries together in a bowl.
  • Set aside.
  • In a small bowl, combine the dressing ingredients and mix well.
  • Pour dressing over salad and toss.
  • Chill before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 138.2, Fat 7.2, SaturatedFat 0.9, Sodium 13.9, Carbohydrate 18.9, Fiber 3.3, Sugar 13.7, Protein 2.7

STRAWBERRY ASPARAGUS SALAD



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"This is my family's favorite springtime salad," relates Judi Francus of Morristown, New Jersey. "The dressing is so light and refreshing, and the vivid combination of red berries and green asparagus is a real eye-catcher."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/4 cup lemon juice
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 tablespoons honey
2 cups cut fresh asparagus (1-inch pieces)
2 cups sliced fresh strawberries

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine lemon juice, oil and honey; mix well. Cook asparagus in a small amount of water until crisp-tender, about 3-4 minutes; drain and cool. Arrange asparagus and strawberries on individual plates; drizzle with dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 68 calories, Fat 4g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 1mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

ASPARAGUS PASTA SALAD



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Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 small shallot or 1/2 large shallot, finely chopped
1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil, eyeball it
1 pound asparagus, thin spears
2 endive, cored and thinly sliced
1/2 small red bell pepper, chopped
1/2 pound bow tie pasta, farfalle, cooked to al dente and cooled
1/2 cup frozen green peas
1/4 cup chopped fla- leaf parsley, a couple of handfuls
3 tablespoons white wine vinegar
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Heat shallot and oil in microwave safe covered dish for 30 seconds or in a small pan on the stovetop over medium low heat for 5 minutes. Allow oil to cool back to room temperature.
  • Hold a spear of asparagus at each end and snap it. The spear breaks where the tender tops meet the tough bottoms. Line the broken spear up with the bundle of cleaned asparagus. Cut the spears using the guideline of the snapped spear. Par boil the asparagus tops in 1 inch simmering water covered for 3 to 5 minutes. Cool under cold running water and drain. Cut asparagus into 1-inch pieces on an angle and add to a bowl. Combine chopped, cooked asparagus with shredded endive, red bell pepper, cooked pasta, green peas and chopped parsley. The peas will defrost as you toss salad. Pour vinegar into a small bowl and whisk in cooled shallot oil. Pour dressing over salad and toss. Season salad with salt and pepper, to your taste and toss again.

ASPARAGUS STRAWBERRY SALAD



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Make and share this Asparagus Strawberry Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Nimz_

Categories     Strawberry

Time 1h15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/4 cup sugar
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
1 tablespoon poppy seed
1 1/2 teaspoons sesame seeds
3/4 teaspoon grated onion
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon paprika
1/8 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1 lb fresh asparagus, cut into 2 inch pieces
1 pint fresh strawberries, quartered
1/4 cup blue cheese, crumbled

Steps:

  • Shake together first 8 ingredients until sugar is dissolved.
  • Add oil.
  • Shake.
  • Cover and refrigerate at least one hour.
  • Blanch asparagus for 3- 5 minutes, drain, immediately rinsing with cold water to stop it from cooking further, refrigerate 1 hour.
  • Just before serving, combine strawberries, asparagus, dressing and sprinkle with blue cheese.

ASPARAGUS AND TOMATO PASTA SALAD



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This easy, summery side or lunch can be prepared the night before.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 cups uncooked rotini pasta (9 oz)
1 lb asparagus, cut into 2-inch pieces (2 cups)
1/4 cup vegetable oil
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
3/4 cup chopped yellow bell pepper
2 large tomatoes, cut into 2-inch pieces (2 cups)
Freshly cracked pepper, if desired

Steps:

  • Cook pasta as directed on package, adding asparagus for last 2 minutes of cooking; drain. Rinse with cold water; drain.
  • In tightly covered container, shake oil, vinegar, mustard and garlic salt.
  • In large bowl, toss pasta, asparagus, bell pepper, tomatoes and oil mixture. Cover and refrigerate at least 30 minutes to blend flavors but no longer than 24 hours. Serve with pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 250, Carbohydrate 39 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 4 g, Protein 7 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 280 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 0 g

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh, ripe strawberries and asparagus.
  • If you don't have balsamic vinegar, you can substitute white wine vinegar or apple cider vinegar.
  • Feel free to add other ingredients to your salad, such as crumbled bacon, toasted nuts, or shredded cheese.
  • This salad is best served chilled, so make it ahead of time and let it chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Conclusion:

This strawberry asparagus pasta salad is a delicious and refreshing dish that is perfect for a summer picnic or potluck. It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. So next time you are looking for a light and flavorful salad, give this one a try!

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