Best 6 Arugula Asparagus Salad Recipes

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**Arugula Asparagus Salad: A Symphony of Spring Flavors**

As the days grow longer and the sun shines brighter, it's time to embrace the bounty of spring produce. Our arugula asparagus salad is a vibrant and flavorful dish that showcases the best of the season. With its peppery arugula, crisp asparagus, sweet cherry tomatoes, and tangy lemon vinaigrette, this salad is a refreshing and healthy way to celebrate the arrival of spring.

In addition to the classic arugula asparagus salad, we also offer variations that cater to different dietary preferences and taste buds. For those who prefer a heartier meal, our grilled chicken arugula asparagus salad adds protein and smoky flavor. For vegetarians, our roasted chickpeas arugula asparagus salad provides a crunchy and nutty twist. And for those who love a bit of spice, our spicy arugula asparagus salad with chili vinaigrette packs a flavorful punch.

No matter which variation you choose, our arugula asparagus salad is sure to be a hit. It's easy to make, packed with nutrients, and absolutely delicious. So gather your ingredients, fire up the grill or oven, and let's make a salad that celebrates the beauty of spring!

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

PEA, ASPARAGUS AND ARUGULA CHOPPED SALAD



Pea, Asparagus And Arugula Chopped Salad image

Provided by Amanda Hesser

Categories     project, salads and dressings

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

Sea salt
1/2 cup peas
6 spears asparagus, trimmed
1 tablespoon thinly sliced garlic chives, or chives and 1/2 small garlic clove, crushed
2 teaspoons white wine vinegar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
Freshly ground black pepper
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 cup roughly chopped baby arugula
2 cups 1/4-inch slices lollo rosso or red leaf lettuce
1 tablespoon chopped tarragon
1 1/2-inch piece daikon radish, sliced into paper thin rounds with a vegetable peeler (cut rounds in half if larger than 1 inch in diameter)

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of generously salted water to a boil. Add peas, and cook until tender but still slightly firm, about 2 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, remove peas to a strainer and cool under cold running water. Let dry. Bring water back to a boil. Add asparagus, and cook until tender but still slightly crisp, about 4 minutes. Drain, and cool under cold running water. Dry on a dish towel, then slice into 3/4-inch pieces (there should be about 1 cup). Set aside.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together garlic chives, vinegar, mustard, large pinch salt and pepper. Slowly whisk in oil until emulsified. Taste and adjust seasoning; it should be highly seasoned.
  • In a large serving bowl, combine arugula, lollo rosso, peas, asparagus, tarragon and daikon radish. Pour about half the dressing on top, and toss to coat vegetables, adding more dressing if necessary. Let sit for 15 minutes. Taste, and adjust seasoning once more before serving.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 127, UnsaturatedFat 9 grams, Carbohydrate 7 grams, Fat 10 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 324 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams, TransFat 0 grams

FAVA BEAN, ASPARAGUS, AND ARUGULA SALAD WITH SHAVED PECORINO



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.

FAVA BEAN, ASPARAGUS AND ARUGULA SALAD



Fava Bean, Asparagus and Arugula Salad image

I make this with cooked, shelled edamame (soybeans) that I get at the super Wal-Mart. It's already cooked and just has to be added to the asparagus, not blanched first. I also don't divide the salad. I just put it on a platter as listed in the directions.

Provided by Karen in KS

Categories     Soy/Tofu

Time 18m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 lb asparagus, trimmed
2 cups shelled fresh fava beans or 2 cups fresh shelled soybeans
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1/4 lb arugula, coarse stems discarded
1/2 lb pecorino romano cheese
2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar

Steps:

  • Cut asparagus stalk on a long diagonal into 1/8 inch slices, leaving 1 inch long tips.
  • Blanch asparagus tips only, not stalks, for 2 minutes.
  • Immediately transfer to ice water with a slotted spoon to stop cooking.
  • Return water to a boil and blanch fava beans for 1 minute.
  • Transfer to ice water to stop cooking.
  • Drain asparagus tips and gently peel skins from fava beans.
  • Toss beans and asparagus, tips and stalks, in a bowl with 1 tbsp oil and salt and pepper to taste.
  • Divide among 4 plates.
  • Toss arugula with remaining oil and salt and pepper to taste.
  • Mound on top of vegetables.
  • Shave thin slices of cheese over salad and drizzle with vinegar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 394.9, Fat 22.7, SaturatedFat 10.8, Cholesterol 59.1, Sodium 702.2, Carbohydrate 22.6, Fiber 6.2, Sugar 3.7, Protein 26.6

SPRINGTIME ASPARAGUS, STRAWBERRY, & ARUGULA SALAD RECIPE - (4.7/5)



Springtime Asparagus, Strawberry, & Arugula Salad Recipe - (4.7/5) image

Provided by laurenzembron

Number Of Ingredients 10

15 spears asparagus, preferably organic, woody end trimmed and spears cut into 2-inch pieces
3 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil, divided
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
2 teaspoons lemon juice, freshly squeezed
1/2 teaspoon country Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon honey
2 big handfuls baby arugula, preferably organic
1/2 cup strawberries, hulled and sliced, preferably organic
2 tablespoons blue cheese, freshly crumbled
1 tablespoon toasted almonds, sliced

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°F. Toss asparagus pieces with 1 teaspoon olive oil and season to taste with salt and pepper. Lay out in an even layer on a baking sheet and roast until tender, about 15 to 20 minutes. Meanwhile, make the dressing: in a sealable jar (or small bowl) combine the remaining 2 teaspoons olive oil, lemon juice, mustard, and honey. Shake (or whisk) until emulsified; season to taste with salt and pepper. Toss the arugula with the dressing, and then gently toss in the sliced strawberries and asparagus. Top salad with blue cheese crumbles and sliced almonds.

SALAD OF WARM WHITE ASPARAGUS (SPARGEL), BABY ARUGULA AND BEEFST



Salad of Warm White Asparagus (Spargel), Baby Arugula and Beefst image

Yummy, yummy! Some of my favorite things! If you are lucky enough to be able to make this when the tomatoes are in season, this salad tops all others! I love the presentation of the white asparagus contrasting with the dark green arugula and bright red tomatoes. Just a beautiful dish! Recipe courtesy of Emeril Lagasse.

Provided by breezermom

Categories     Greens

Time 22m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 lbs white asparagus
1/4 cup olive oil
1/2 lb porcini mushroom, stemmed and sliced
1 teaspoon garlic, chopped
1 teaspoon fresh tarragon leaves, chopped
salt & freshly ground black pepper
sherry wine vinegar
1 lb baby arugula
3 beefsteak tomatoes, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan, bring 2 quarts of salted water to a boil.
  • Set up a bowl with ice water and place near the sink.
  • Place asparagus in boiling water and leave in for 2 to 3 minutes or until barely limp. Immediately transfer asparagus to ice bath for 5 minutes to stop the cooking process.
  • Meanwhile, in a medium saute pan over medium-high heat, add olive oil, mushrooms and garlic. Cook about 2 minutes or until mushrooms are beginning to brown. Add tarragon and salt, pepper and a splash of vinegar. Set aside.
  • On 6 salad plates, plate 4 or 5 spears of asparagus. Top with a mound of arugula and arrange 2 or 3 slices of tomato on each mound. Drizzle porcini dressing over each salad and serve.

ARUGULA SALAD WITH PARMESAN-CRUSTED CHICKEN, ASPARAGUS AND STRAWBERRIES PRINT RECIPE - (4.7/5)



Arugula Salad with Parmesan-Crusted Chicken, Asparagus and Strawberries PRINT Recipe - (4.7/5) image

Provided by á-17861

Number Of Ingredients 18

Served as a meal, this salad has an inviting balance of vegetable and fruit flavors that allow full enjoyment of the lightly crusted chicken.
Ingredients
1/3 c. plus 1 tbsp Select extra virgin olive oil, divided
2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
2 tbsp seedless raspberry jam
1/2 tsp Dijon mustard
1/2 tsp salt, divided
1/8 tsp freshly ground black pepper
12 ounces fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 3-inch lengths
1/2 c. freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 c. whole wheat bread crumbs
1/2 tsp dried thyme
2 large eggs
2 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves (1 pound)
3 c. arugula
3 c. leaf lettuce
1 c. curly endive
1 1/2 c. sliced fresh strawberries

Steps:

  • Directions 1. For dressing, whisk together 1/3 cup olive oil, balsamic vinegar, raspberry jam, Dijon mustard, 1/4 teaspoon salt and pepper; set aside. 2. In a medium saucepan, bring 1 quart of water to boiling. Add asparagus and cook 2 minutes. Meanwhile, fill a large bowl halfway with ice water. Drain asparagus and plunge into ice water to cool. 3. In a shallow bowl, combine Parmesan cheese, bread crumbs, thyme and remaining salt; set aside. In a small bowl, beat eggs with a fork. Cut chicken breasts in half lengthwise. Coat chicken pieces with breadcrumb mixture, then beaten egg, and once again with breadcrumb mixture. In a nonstick skillet, heat remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium heat. Add chicken pieces. Cook on all sides until well-browned and cooked through, about 15 minutes, covering if needed. Remove to cutting board to cool slightly. Cut into 1/2-inch thick slices. 4. Arrange arugula, lettuce and endive on a serving platter or individual salad plates. Top with asparagus, strawberries and chicken. Serve with dressing.

Tips:

  • Choose fresh, tender asparagus spears with tightly closed tips.
  • Trim the asparagus spears by snapping off the tough ends.
  • Use a vegetable peeler to remove any woody skin from the asparagus spears.
  • Blanch the asparagus spears in boiling water for 2-3 minutes, or until they are bright green and tender.
  • Immediately transfer the asparagus spears to an ice bath to stop the cooking process.
  • Use a variety of greens in your salad, such as arugula, baby spinach, or kale.
  • Add some nuts or seeds for a crunchy texture, such as almonds, walnuts, or pumpkin seeds.
  • Use a light vinaigrette dressing to avoid overpowering the delicate flavors of the asparagus and greens.
  • Garnish the salad with fresh herbs, such as parsley, cilantro, or chives.

Conclusion:

Arugula and asparagus salad is a healthy and refreshing dish that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It is packed with nutrients, including vitamins A, C, and K, and folate. The salad is also a good source of fiber and antioxidants. With its simple ingredients and easy preparation, this salad is a great option for busy weeknights or when you are looking for a healthy and delicious meal. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy salad, give this arugula and asparagus salad a try.

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