ROASTED ASPARAGUS AND SCALLION SALAD
In this hearty, many-textured salad, soft, roasted asparagus is tossed with chewy whole grains and crisp, sweet caramelized scallions. You can use freekeh or farro here for the grains. Both are whole-wheat kernels, but the freekeh has a slightly smoky note from being toasted, while the farro is nuttier-tasting. You can prepare the freekeh or farro ahead and let it marinate in the dressing for up to six hours, but it's best to roast the asparagus and scallions within an hour of serving. Don't use pecorino Romano here, it's too sharp. If you can't find a young pecorino, use a young manchego or even a nice Cheddar, and serve this as a light main course or a salad course to a more substantial meal.
Provided by Melissa Clark
Categories dinner, lunch, weekday, salads and dressings, main course, side dish
Time 40m
Yield 2 to 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Bring a small pot of heavily salted water to a boil, stir in freekeh or farro, cover, and simmer until al dente, 20 to 30 minutes.
- Meanwhile, in a large bowl, whisk together 2 teaspoons soy sauce, lime juice, garlic, and pinch salt and pepper. Drizzle in 3 tablespoons oil, whisking constantly.
- Drain freekeh and stir immediately into dressing while still warm.
- Heat oven to 425 degrees. Spread asparagus and scallions over a rimmed baking sheet and drizzle liberally with oil, 1/2 teaspoon soy sauce and a pinch of salt and pepper. Toss to combine, then arrange in a single layer. Roast until they start to char in spots, about 20 minutes. Let cool slightly: The asparagus are best while still a little warm but not hot enough to wilt the greens.
- Toss salad greens in the bowl with freekeh and dressing until leaves are coated, and transfer to serving platter. Top with roasted asparagus and scallions, shave cheese over salad if you like, and serve.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 163, UnsaturatedFat 9 grams, Carbohydrate 15 grams, Fat 11 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 5 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 456 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams
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SAQI Malik
[email protected]I love this salad! It's so simple, yet so flavorful. I always make it when I have fresh asparagus on hand.
Shoeshoe Mohajane
[email protected]This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. It's also a great way to use up leftover asparagus.
Sakib Raihan
[email protected]I made this salad for a potluck and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it!
Robert Florence
[email protected]This salad is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love the combination of asparagus and scallions.
Samantha Duque
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of asparagus, but I really enjoyed this salad. The dressing is amazing!
Soko Thelma
[email protected]This salad is a great side dish for grilled chicken or fish.
Santosh Parajuli
[email protected]I love this salad! It's so refreshing and flavorful. I always double the recipe because it goes so quickly.
Tosin Tonero
[email protected]This salad is a great way to use up leftover asparagus. I also like to add a few chopped walnuts or almonds for extra crunch.
MD Bijoy Hasan
[email protected]I've made this salad several times now and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious.
I AM SORY
[email protected]This roasted asparagus and scallion salad is a delightful dish that is both flavorful and nutritious. The asparagus is perfectly roasted, with a slight char that brings out its natural sweetness. The scallions add a nice sharpness that balances out t