FAVA BEAN, ASPARAGUS, AND ARUGULA SALAD WITH SHAVED PECORINO

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Fava Bean, Asparagus, and Arugula Salad with Shaved Pecorino image

Categories     Salad     Bean     Vegetarian     Parmesan     Asparagus     Arugula     Fall     Boil     Gourmet

Yield Makes 4 first-course or lunch main-course servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 lb medium asparagus, trimmed
2 cups shelled fresh fava beans (2 1/2 lb in pods) or shelled edamame (fresh soybeans)
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 lb arugula, coarse stems discarded
1 (1/2-lb) piece Pecorino Romano or Parmigiano-Reggiano
2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar

Steps:

  • Cut asparagus stalks on a long diagonal into 1/8-inch-thick slices, leaving 1-inch-long tips (reserve tips separately).
  • Blanch asparagus tips (but not sliced stalks) in a 4-quart pot of boiling salted water 2 minutes, then immediately transfer with a slotted spoon to a bowl of ice and cold water to stop cooking.
  • Return water to a boil and blanch fava beans 1 minute, then immediately transfer with slotted spoon to ice water to stop cooking. Drain asparagus tips and beans and gently peel skins from beans (it's not necessary to peel edamame, if using).
  • Toss beans and asparagus (blanched tips and raw sliced stalks) in a bowl with 1 tablespoon oil and salt and pepper to taste, then divide among 4 plates. Toss arugula with remaining tablespoon oil and salt and pepper to taste and mound on top of vegetables. Shave thin slices of cheese over salad with a vegetable peeler (use about half of piece), then drizzle with vinegar.

Dymond
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Yum! This salad is calling my name. I love asparagus and arugula, so I know I'll enjoy this.


Elia Masindi
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This salad looks absolutely delicious! I love the combination of flavors and textures. I'll definitely be making this soon.


Kameron Tucker
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I'm always looking for new and exciting salad recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. I can't wait to try it!


William Afton
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This salad is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It's also a great side dish for grilled chicken or fish.


MD. Ariyan
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I love that this salad is so versatile. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your own taste. I like to add a handful of chopped walnuts for extra crunch.


LIKHANYILE WITBOOI
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover asparagus and arugula. I always have these ingredients on hand, so I can make this salad anytime.


Ha bi Bi
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I didn't have any fava beans, so I used edamame instead. It worked out great! The edamame added a nice pop of color and flavor to the salad.


Sk Rridoy khan
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I'm not usually a fan of arugula, but it was surprisingly good in this salad. The bitterness of the arugula balanced out the sweetness of the other ingredients perfectly.


Sokina Bagom
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This salad is so easy to make, but it looks and tastes like it came from a fancy restaurant. I love that I can use fresh ingredients from my garden to make a delicious and healthy meal.


Berat Ali
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination and the beautiful presentation. I will definitely be making this again for my next party.


ms. fatty
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This salad was a delightful springtime treat! The combination of flavors and textures was perfect, with the sweetness of the asparagus and fava beans balancing the bitterness of the arugula and the saltiness of the pecorino. I'll definitely be making