Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our Asparagus, Spinach Salad with Chicken, a culinary creation that tantalizes your taste buds. This delectable dish features succulent grilled chicken, crisp asparagus, tender spinach, and a medley of textures and flavors. The zesty lemon-tahini dressing adds a refreshing tang, while the salty Parmesan cheese provides a savory touch. Alongside the main salad recipe, we also present three variations that cater to different dietary preferences. The Vegan Asparagus Spinach Salad offers a plant-based alternative with roasted chickpeas, while the Asparagus Spinach Salad with Salmon provides a healthy dose of omega-3 fatty acids. For those craving a warm and comforting meal, the Asparagus Spinach Salad with Warm Bacon Dressing is sure to satisfy.
Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!
ASPARAGUS SPINACH SALAD WITH CHICKEN
We love all the fresh fruits and vegetables that are available in the summer. This salad is one of our favorite because it packs in so much great produce, plus it's quick and easy on a warm summer day. -Joan Hallford, North Richland Hills, Texas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a microwave-safe bowl, combine asparagus and water. Microwave, covered, on high until crisp-tender, 2-4 minutes; drain. Remove asparagus and immediately drop into ice water. Drain and pat dry., In a small bowl, whisk dressing, orange juice, honey, orange zest and mustard until blended., In a large bowl, combine spinach, chicken, strawberries, almonds, sesame seeds and asparagus. Add dressing and toss to coat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 267 calories, Fat 13g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 66mg cholesterol, Sodium 151mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 24g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
WARM ASPARAGUS SPINACH SALAD
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
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.
GRILLED ASPARAGUS SALAD
It's just one of those salads that was created on a gorgeous summer evening with a bunch of stuff I had in the fridge. Grilled asparagus is tossed with spinach and Parmesan cheese. My husband and I love it!
Provided by Heather Hedstrom
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Asparagus
Time 13m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat a grill for low heat. Combine the lemon juice and olive oil on a plate. Place asparagus on the plate, and roll around to coat.
- Grill asparagus for about 5 minutes, turning at least once, and brushing with the olive oil mixture. Remove from the grill, and place back onto the plate with the oil.
- In a large bowl, combine the spinach, Parmesan cheese, and slivered almonds. Cut asparagus into bite-size pieces, and add to the salad along with the lemon juice and oil from the plate. Toss to blend, then serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 109.7 calories, Carbohydrate 3.4 g, Cholesterol 1.5 mg, Fat 10.2 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 2.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 50.3 mg, Sugar 1 g
ASPARAGUS AND SPINACH SALAD
Make and share this Asparagus and Spinach Salad recipe from Food.com.
Provided by PaulaG
Categories Vegetable
Time 25m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a medium wok, warm the olive oil over medium-high heat.
- When oil is hot add the asparagus and bell pepper.
- Quickly stir-fir until crisp tender, about 5 minutes; stirring frequently.
- Turn off heat, sprinkle with salt and pepper, stir to mix.
- Immediately add the balsamic vinegar and mix thoroughly.
- Serve on a bed of baby spinach, pour any vinegar that has found its way to the bottom of the wok over salad and top with grated cheese.
WARM CHICKEN SALAD WITH ASPARAGUS AND CREAMY DILL DRESSING
To quickly revive dry, cold rotisserie chicken, place slices of it in a steamer basket along with spring vegetables for a seasonal warm salad-it's a whole new take on a one-pot dinner.
Provided by Anna Stockwell
Categories 30 Days of Groceries Chicken Potato Dill Asparagus Watercress Lemon Quick & Easy Quick and Healthy Dinner Spring Mint
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Set a steamer basket in a large pot filled with about 1" salted water. Cover pot and bring water to a boil. Add potatoes, cover, and steam until just tender, about 10 minutes.
- Meanwhile, cut breast meat from chicken, remove and discard skin, and slice on the bias into 1/2" slices. Remove legs from carcass, remove and discard skin, and slice meat off bones into 1/2" slices.
- Whisk mayonnaise, dill, lemon juice, mustard, pepper, and 1/4 tsp. salt in a medium bowl.
- Add asparagus and chicken slices to potatoes in steamer, cover, and steam until asparagus is crisp-tender and chicken is warmed through, about 3 minutes. Transfer potatoes, asparagus, and chicken to a platter or plates and drizzle with dressing. Top with watercress and mint and serve with lemon wedges alongside.
CHICKEN ASPARAGUS SALAD
You can have this light, tasty dinner on the table in less than 10 minutes-just buy a deli chicken on your way home from work, or use leftovers from Sunday's roast. The only cooking you'd have to do is the asparagus, which takes only 2 or 3 minutes! This is great for a hot summer's night, when you don't want to heat up your whole kitchen making a great dinner!
Provided by TGirl
Categories Chicken
Time 8m
Yield 3 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Cook asparagus in small amount of water until crisp-tender (cooking time will depend on thickness of asparagus;thin stalks 2-3 minutes, thicker stalks 3-4 minutes).
- Drain and cool asparagus and set aside.
- In salad bowl, combine vinegar, oil, honey, parsley, salt, and pepper, mixing well.
- Add chicken, apple, and asparagus, tossing to coat.
- Serve over lettuce/salad greens, garnishing with alfalfa sprouts if desired.
ASPARAGUS AND CHICKEN SALAD WITH GINGER DRESSING
Asparagus takes easily to many kinds of seasonings, so after you've tired of having it plain with butter or homemade mayonnaise, try this spicy dressing laced with ginger and chiles. Adding smoked chicken is a nice way to make a more substantial first course or light lunch. You can purchase smoked chicken at better butcher shops or online, but equally good is grilled chicken at room temperature, or cold poached chicken. I sometimes substitute lightly smoked ham or smoked slab bacon, simmered until tender.
Provided by David Tanis
Categories dinner, lunch, quick, salads and dressings, main course, side dish
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- To make the vinaigrette, put shallots in a small bowl. Add vinegar, sugar, mustard, salt and cayenne and let steep for 5 minutes. Add ginger and garlic, then whisk in sesame oil and vegetable oil. Taste and adjust seasoning.
- Bring a large saucepan of salted water to a boil. Snap off the tough end of each asparagus spear, then cut each spear into 2-inch lengths. Cut thicker pieces in half lengthwise as necessary so all cut pieces are approximately the same size. Place asparagus pieces into boiling water and cook for 1 minute. Drain and cool under running water. Blot dry.
- To make the salad, put asparagus in a salad bowl. Season with salt and pepper. Add chile, if using, and crushed peanuts. Dress with half the vinaigrette and toss to coat.
- Arrange dressed asparagus on a platter or on individual plates. Tear chicken slices into strips and scatter over asparagus. Drizzle a little more vinaigrette over the salad and give it a good squeeze of lime. Garnish with basil, mint and cilantro leaves and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 502, UnsaturatedFat 30 grams, Carbohydrate 19 grams, Fat 38 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 24 grams, SaturatedFat 6 grams, Sodium 698 milligrams, Sugar 9 grams, TransFat 0 grams
Tips:
- For the best flavor and texture, choose asparagus that is thin and green, with tight, closed tips.
- To easily remove the woody ends of the asparagus, simply snap off the bottom inch or two of each stalk.
- To prevent the asparagus from overcooking, blanch it in boiling water for 2-3 minutes, then immediately transfer it to an ice bath to stop the cooking process.
- To add extra flavor and texture to the salad, try roasting the asparagus in the oven before adding it to the salad.
- For a heartier salad, add some cooked chicken or tofu.
- To make the salad more colorful, add some chopped red onion, bell pepper, or cherry tomatoes.
- For a creamy dressing, use a mixture of mayonnaise, sour cream, and Dijon mustard.
- For a lighter dressing, use a mixture of olive oil, lemon juice, and honey.
Conclusion:
Asparagus spinach salad with chicken is a healthy and delicious salad that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It is packed with nutrients, including vitamins A, C, and K, and fiber. The salad is also a good source of protein, thanks to the chicken. With its bright colors and fresh flavors, asparagus spinach salad with chicken is sure to be a hit at your next gathering.
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