**Asparagus Salad with Soy-Mustard Dressing: A Symphony of Flavors**
As the sun-kissed days of spring arrive, the vibrant green spears of asparagus emerge, heralding the season of fresh and tender vegetables. This delightful Asparagus Salad with Soy-Mustard Dressing is an ode to the beauty of asparagus, showcasing its delicate flavor and crisp texture. The salad is elevated by a medley of complementary ingredients, such as crunchy radishes, sweet bell peppers, and earthy scallions, creating a symphony of flavors that dance on the palate. Drizzled with a tantalizing dressing crafted from soy sauce, Dijon mustard, rice vinegar, honey, and sesame oil, this salad offers a perfect balance of savory, tangy, and slightly sweet notes. The addition of toasted sesame seeds adds a touch of nutty flavor and textural contrast, making this dish an absolute delight. Whether served as a refreshing side dish or as a light and healthy main course, this Asparagus Salad with Soy-Mustard Dressing is sure to impress your taste buds and leave you craving more.
ASPARAGUS SALAD WITH SOY-MUSTARD DRESSING
There are real differences between skinny and fat asparagus spears, aside from appearance, and it's worth attending to them. With either, you must first break off the woody bottoms (magically, they snap off in pretty much the right place every time), a quick but necessary chore. But it is always worth peeling thick asparagus, from stem to the bottom of the flower bud. The best way to do this is with a vegetable peeler. Lay each spear on a flat surface and give it a few quick strokes. The difference between peeled and unpeeled thick spears is substantial. When they are peeled, they can be cooked for considerably less time, leaving them bright green and perfectly crisp-tender, rather than a soggy mess. They're done when you can easily insert a skewer or a thin-bladed knife into the thickest part of the stalk. (If you don't peel them, the soggy mess is just about the only way to get the skin tender.)
Provided by Mark Bittman
Categories easy, quick, salads and dressings
Time 15m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook asparagus just until bright green but tender, up to 4 or 5 minutes for thicker spears. Drain and immediately rinse with cold water (or, better still, plunge into ice water). Drain again and set aside. (You can wrap asparagus and refrigerate for up to a day at this point. Bring to room temperature before serving.)
- Whisk together mustard, egg yolks, soy sauce, lemon juice and just enough olive oil (start with a tablespoon) to make a smooth dressing. Toss with asparagus and serve.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 65, UnsaturatedFat 3 grams, Carbohydrate 5 grams, Fat 4 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 4 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 267 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams, TransFat 0 grams
ASPARAGUS WITH CREAMY MUSTARD SAUCE
Spring is the season to take full advantage of the subtle, grassy flavors of asparagus and this easy sauce comes together in minutes.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Quick & Easy Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a bowl, stir together 2 tablespoonsmayonnaise, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1tablespoon white-wine vinegar, and1 teaspoon Dijon mustard. Season withsalt and pepper. Drizzle over chilled Steamed Asparagus.
SPRING ASPARAGUS SALAD
This is a nice and simple cold salad that is nothing more than asparagus dressed in a Chinese-influenced vinaigrette topped with sesame seeds. It's a great way to celebrate the arrival of the asparagus crops!
Provided by Seattle Dad
Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes Asparagus Salad Recipes
Time 25m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Whisk together the rice vinegar, red wine vinegar, soy sauce, sugar, and mustard. Drizzle in the peanut oil and sesame oil while whisking vigorously to emulsify. Set aside.
- Bring a pot of lightly-salted water to a boil. Add the asparagus to the water and cook 3 to 5 minutes until just tender, but still mostly firm. Remove and rinse under cold water to stop from cooking any further.
- Place the asparagus in a large bowl and drizzle the dressing over the asparagus. Toss until evenly coated. Sprinkle with sesame seeds to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 95.4 calories, Carbohydrate 5.8 g, Fat 7.6 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 2.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 73.1 mg, Sugar 2.8 g
ROASTED ASPARAGUS WITH LEMON VINAIGRETTE
Provided by Melissa d'Arabian : Food Network
Categories side-dish
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
- In a large bowl toss the asparagus in the olive oil, and liberally season with salt and pepper. Spread the stalks out on a baking sheet, in a single layer, and roast until tender but still firm and moist, about 10 minutes.
- Meanwhile, make the vinaigrette: In a small bowl, vigorously whisk together the mustard and lemon juice. Slowly drizzle in the olive oil, whisking quickly to emulsify the olive oil into the juice mixture. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
- Transfer the asparagus to a serving platter, toss with the vinaigrette and serve. The dish may be eaten warm or cold.
ASPARAGUS WITH MUSTARD DRESSING
Provided by Food Network
Time 25m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Blanch asparagus in large quantity of salted water and refresh. Pat dry and cut stalks in to 1-inch sections.
- In a bowl combine dashi, soy sauce, vinegar, mustard and lemon zest. Mix asparagus with dressing just before serving. Garnish with julienned lemon rind
TARRAGON ASPARAGUS SALAD
I love asparagus, and I love it even more when drizzled with my light, lemony vinaigrette dressing with a touch of tarragon. It's perfect as a side for fresh spring meals. -Linda Lace, Winter Park, Florida
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place the first 7 ingredients in a jar with a tight-fitting lid; shake well. Refrigerate at least 1 hour., In a large skillet, bring 1/2 in. of water to a boil. Add asparagus; cook, covered, until crisp-tender, 1-3 minutes. Remove asparagus and immediately drop into ice water. Drain and pat dry. Refrigerate, covered, until serving., To serve, shake dressing again. Spoon over asparagus.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 77 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 387mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
ASPARAGUS SALAD WITH MUSTARD SOY DRESSING
Make and share this Asparagus Salad With Mustard Soy Dressing recipe from Food.com.
Provided by dicentra
Categories Vegetable
Time 10m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Combine first 3 ingredients, stirring with a whisk.
- Stir in juice and soy sauce. Drizzle dressing over asparagus, and toss gently to coat. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 53.7, Fat 2.7, SaturatedFat 0.7, Cholesterol 52.5, Sodium 101.8, Carbohydrate 5.3, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 1.6, Protein 3.8
ASPARAGUS SALAD WITH SWEET BALSAMIC VINEGAR
Asparagus Salad with Sweet Balsamic Vinegar - Boiling the vinegar concentrates and sweetens it, so the dressing doesn't require as much oil to balance the acid. Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.
Categories Salad Nut Pepper Vegetable Side Picnic Quick & Easy Low Cal Mother's Day Backyard BBQ Vinegar Pecan Asparagus Bell Pepper Spring Healthy Bon Appétit Vegan Vegetarian Pescatarian Paleo Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield Serves 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Boil vinegar in heavy small saucepan over medium heat until reduced by half, about 3 minutes. Pour vinegar into large bowl. Whisk in oil, mustard, marjoram and garlic. Season dressing to taste with salt and pepper.
- Cook asparagus in large pot of boiling salted water until crisp-tender, about 4 minutes. Drain; rinse with cold water and drain again. Add asparagus and bell pepper to dressing; toss to blend well. Sprinkle with pecans and serve.
ASPARAGUS-TOMATO SALAD WITH DRESSING
This is a delicious way to start off any meal- and a nice change of pace from the usual tossed salad.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together dressing ingredients; set aside. Place asparagus in a large saucepan with enough water to cover; cook until crisp-tender. Drain and cool. , Combine asparagus, tomatoes and onion in a bowl. Pour dressing over salad; toss to coat. Serve immediately or refrigerate.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 66 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 175mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein.
Tips:
- To ensure crisp and flavorful asparagus, choose spears that are vibrant green, firm, and have tightly closed tips. Avoid any spears that are wilted, limp, or have woody ends.
- When trimming the asparagus, snap off the tough ends instead of cutting them with a knife. This will help preserve the asparagus's natural flavor and nutrients.
- To prevent the asparagus from overcooking, blanch it in boiling water for a short period (usually 1-2 minutes) before transferring it to an ice bath. This will stop the cooking process and maintain the asparagus's鮮豔色澤 and texture.
- For a more intense flavor in the dressing, use a good quality soy sauce and mustard. Look for brands that use traditional brewing methods and organic ingredients.
- If you don't have mirin on hand, you can substitute it with a mixture of equal parts dry sherry and sugar.
- Feel free to customize the salad with your favorite ingredients. Some great additions include grilled or roasted tofu, sliced hard-boiled eggs, or crumbled feta cheese.
Conclusion:
This asparagus salad with soy-mustard dressing is a delicious and refreshing dish that is perfect for spring and summer gatherings. The combination of crisp asparagus, sweet red onion, and tangy dressing creates a flavorful salad that is sure to impress your guests. Whether you're serving it as a starter or a side dish, this salad is a surefire hit. So next time you're looking for a healthy and flavorful salad recipe, give this asparagus salad with soy-mustard dressing a try!
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