ASPARAGUS & MUSHROOM SALAD

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For many years, we have been blessed with an asparagus bed that has grown the most sweet and savory asparagus we have ever tasted. The only problem, is that we usually have it every day while it continues to grow and prosper. I use this salad on a warmish night, when all you can smell is the freshness of Spring.

Provided by Andi Longmeadow Farm

Categories     Onions

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

10 fresh asparagus spears (or 3 oz. frozen spears)
1 tablespoon coarse grain mustard (or Dijon)
1/4 cup orange juice
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 teaspoon orange zest
1 teaspoon lime zest
1 garlic clove, crushed
1/4 cup honey
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt (or 1/4 teaspoon fine salt)
13 ounces button mushrooms, quartered
1 small red onion, sliced thin
5 ounces fresh spinach (can use romaine)
1 red pepper, cut in strips

Steps:

  • Snap woody end from asparagus spears, and cut in half on the diagonal. Blanch in boiling water for one minute. Drain, and plunge into cold water. Set aside.
  • Place mustard, citrus juice, zest, garlic, pepper and honey in a saucepan over medium high heat. Bring to boil, then reduce the heat to low, adding mushrooms, and toss. Cool, take off heat.
  • Remove mushrooms from sauce with slotted spoon and set aside.
  • Return the sauce to heat, bring to boil then reduce the heat and simmer for 3-5 minutes, or until reduce and syrupy. Cool slightly.
  • To serve, toss the mushrooms, spinach leaves, red pepper, red onion, and asparagus. Plate this salad mix, and drizzle with the citrus sauce.

Phelelani Ndlela
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I can't wait to try this salad!


Dipen Mj
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This salad is a great way to celebrate spring.


Abeni War
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I love the simplicity of this salad. It's just a few fresh ingredients tossed together with a light dressing.


Giftoflove Khan007
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Anwar XD
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I would definitely make this salad again. It's a great healthy and delicious dish.


SHAKIB GAMING
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This salad is a bit pricey to make, but it's worth it for a special occasion.


Victor George
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I thought the mushrooms were a bit too undercooked.


salako kenny
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This salad is very easy to make, but it doesn't have a lot of flavor.


Amarachi Vincent
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I found that the salad dressing was a bit too tangy for my taste. I would recommend using less lemon juice.


Mari Chikovani
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This salad is a great make-ahead dish. You can roast the mushrooms and asparagus ahead of time and then assemble the salad just before serving.


smm sajith
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I added a bit of crumbled goat cheese to my salad and it was delicious. I highly recommend it!


Scottyman
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover asparagus and mushrooms.


Ahmad Rafi
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I'm not a huge fan of mushrooms, but I really enjoyed them in this salad. They were roasted to perfection and had a great flavor.


Ajidahun Oluwafisayo
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I made this salad for a picnic and it was the perfect dish to bring. It's light and refreshing, and it travels well.


Designer Ikram (Raj Ikram)
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Sonia Gorgua
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I love the combination of asparagus and mushrooms in this salad. It's a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.


caren sitati
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The asparagus was perfectly cooked - tender but still slightly crunchy.


Jeyren Mendez
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I used a variety of mushrooms in this salad, including shiitake, oyster, and cremini. They all roasted up beautifully and added a lot of flavor.


Cactus Cat
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This asparagus mushroom salad was a hit at my last dinner party! The flavors were light and refreshing, and the roasted mushrooms added a nice earthy flavor.