WARM ASPARAGUS SPINACH SALAD

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Spinach, cashews and pasta are mixed with roasted asparagus in this delightful spring salad. The mixture is topped with a light vinaigrette, seasoned with soy sauce and sprinkled with Parmesan cheese. I've used this recipe many times. -Kathleen Lucas Trumbull, Connecticut

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 14-16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1-1/2 pounds fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
2 tablespoons plus 1/2 cup olive oil, divided
1/4 teaspoon salt
1-1/2 pounds uncooked penne pasta
3/4 cup chopped green onions
6 tablespoons white wine vinegar
2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
1 package (6 ounces) fresh baby spinach
1 cup coarsely chopped cashews
1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Place asparagus in a 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons oil; sprinkle with salt. Bake, uncovered, at 400° for 20-25 minutes or until crisp-tender, stirring every 10 minutes. Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package directions; drain., In a blender, combine the onions, vinegar and soy sauce; cover and process until smooth. While processing, gradually add the remaining oil in a steady steam., In a large salad bowl, combine the pasta, spinach and asparagus. Drizzle with dressing; toss to coat. Sprinkle with cashews and cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 299 calories, Fat 14g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 263mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

Joe Boswell
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I love this salad! The asparagus and spinach are so fresh and the dressing is so flavorful. I will definitely be making this salad again and again.


Tamaco Ukadike
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover asparagus. It's also very easy to make and it's very delicious. I will definitely be making this salad again.


f9 zainYT
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This salad is so good! The asparagus is perfectly cooked and the dressing is amazing. I will definitely be making this salad again.


Mala Man
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. It's also very easy to make and it's very delicious. I will definitely be making this salad again.


COBRA Gaming
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I love this salad! The asparagus and spinach are so fresh and the dressing is so flavorful. I will definitely be making this salad again and again.


Charlotte Holmes
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover asparagus. It's also very easy to make and it's very delicious. I will definitely be making this salad again.


Anila Keerio
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This salad is so good! The asparagus is perfectly cooked and the dressing is amazing. I will definitely be making this salad again.


Naveed Brohi
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. It's also very easy to make and it's very delicious. I will definitely be making this salad again.


Timothy Hawkins
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I love this salad! The asparagus and spinach are so fresh and the dressing is so flavorful. I will definitely be making this salad again and again.


Deep Eyes
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover asparagus. It's also very easy to make and it's very delicious. I will definitely be making this salad again.


Thareen Dulnith
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This salad is so good! The asparagus is perfectly cooked and the dressing is amazing. I will definitely be making this salad again.


Musawar Ijaz
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. It's also very easy to make and it's very delicious. I will definitely be making this salad again.


Sasha Galindo
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I love this salad! The asparagus and spinach are so fresh and the dressing is so flavorful. I will definitely be making this salad again and again.


Binod Thakur
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This salad is so refreshing and light. It's the perfect salad for a summer lunch or dinner. The dressing is also very light and flavorful. I will definitely be making this salad again.


Polycap Monda
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I made this salad for my family and they all loved it! Even my picky kids ate it. The dressing was a big hit. I will definitely be making this salad again.


Dramani Imoro
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover asparagus. I had some leftover asparagus from dinner the night before and I used it to make this salad for lunch the next day. It was a quick and easy lunch and it was so delicious!


Kajoll Hussain
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I'm not a big fan of spinach, but I loved this salad! The asparagus and dressing were so good that I didn't even notice the spinach. I will definitely be making this salad again.


Ethan Eddins
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This salad is so easy to make and it's so delicious! I love that I can use fresh ingredients from my garden. The dressing is also very simple to make and it's so flavorful. I will definitely be making this salad again and again.


gopal Rejal
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved it. The dressing was especially popular. I will definitely be making this salad again.


Cyril Hocking
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This warm asparagus and spinach salad was a delight! The combination of flavors and textures was perfect. The asparagus was crisp and tender, the spinach was wilted and flavorful, and the dressing was tangy and creamy. I will definitely be making thi


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