ASPARAGUS AND CUCUMBER VINAIGRETTE

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Quickly steamed asparagus keeps its bright green color and crisp-tender texture, making it a good match for cucumber.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Healthy Recipes     Gluten-Free Recipes

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 bunch asparagus, tough ends removed, cut into 1 1/2-inch lengths
1 cucumber, peeled, quartered lengthwise, seeded, and cut into 1 1/2-inch strips
1 teaspoon red-wine vinegar
2 teaspoons olive oil
Coarse salt and ground pepper

Steps:

  • Place a steamer basket in a saucepan filled with 1 inch water. Bring to a boil. Add asparagus, cover, and cook until crisp-tender, 3 to 5 minutes. Rinse with cold water to stop the cooking. In a bowl, combine asparagus, cucumber, vinegar, and oil. Season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 57 g, Fat 3 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 3 g

Jessika Richer
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This salad is a great way to use up extra vegetables.


Bishnu Pakhrin
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I'm always looking for healthy and delicious recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill! I'll definitely be making it again.


Gabrielle Faver
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This recipe is a great way to change up your usual salad routine.


Prasna Lama
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I'm not a huge fan of vinaigrette, but I really enjoyed the dressing on this salad.


Alabama Clay
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This salad is so versatile. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your taste.


Gopal Bromon
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I love the bright, vibrant colors of this salad. It's so visually appealing.


Purr Maid
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover asparagus and cucumber. It's also a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.


Oscar Forseth
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I made this salad for my family and they all loved it! Even my picky kids ate it up.


Msogir Ahammed
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I'm always looking for new and interesting salad recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill! The combination of asparagus, cucumber, and vinaigrette is divine.


Elizabeth Siabowa
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I added some grilled shrimp to this salad and it was amazing! It's a great way to add some protein to the dish.


Kamran Hassan
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This salad is so refreshing and healthy. It's the perfect side dish for a summer meal.


Daniel Arechiga
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's a great way to showcase fresh, seasonal vegetables.


Nawaz Abbas
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Huma Ahmad
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I made this salad for a picnic and it was perfect! It was easy to transport and everyone loved it.


Jeremy Curtis
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This salad was a hit at my summer party! Everyone loved the fresh, light flavors.


Ratu saimoni Komaimua
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I'm not usually a fan of asparagus, but this recipe changed my mind! The vinaigrette really brought out the flavor of the asparagus and cucumber.


Karabo Mohono
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This recipe was so easy to follow and the results were amazing! The vinaigrette was light and refreshing, and the asparagus and cucumber were cooked to perfection.


Kelly Rolland
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Absolutely delicious! The asparagus and cucumber were perfectly crisp and the vinaigrette was flavorful and tangy. I added a bit of extra dill and it was perfect!