ASPARAGUS & PEAR SALAD

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I look forward to the fresh asparagus my husband grows in his garden and this salad is the perfect opportunity to use it. It makes a pretty presentation served over lettuce. -Nancy Zimmerman, Cape May Court House, New Jersey

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed
1 large pear, sliced
2 teaspoons lemon juice
2 green onions, thinly sliced
1/4 cup chopped walnuts, toasted
2 tablespoons prepared honey Dijon salad dressing
8 romaine lettuce leaves

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, bring 1/2 in. of water to a boil. Add asparagus; cover and boil for 3-5 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain and immediately place asparagus in ice water. Drain and pat dry; cut into 1/2-in. pieces and set aside., In a large bowl, combine pear and lemon juice. Add the onions, walnuts and reserved asparagus; drizzle with dressing and toss to coat. Arrange lettuce on four salad plates; top with asparagus mixture. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 128 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 60mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Saa Ru
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I made this salad for a picnic and it was a big hit. Everyone loved the combination of flavors and textures.


Gold Chinda
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This salad is so refreshing and delicious. The asparagus is crisp and tender, the pears are sweet and juicy, and the goat cheese adds a nice tanginess. The dressing is also very good.


Karma Elhelw
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover asparagus and pears. It's also a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables.


Afaque Laghari
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I've made this salad several times now and it's always a favorite. It's perfect for a light lunch or dinner.


Dukele Dido
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This salad is so easy to make and it's packed with flavor. I love that I can make it ahead of time and it still tastes great.


Trevahn dallman
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I made this salad for a dinner party and everyone loved it! It's a great salad for a special occasion.


Topo Mbunjelwa
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I'm not a big fan of goat cheese, so I used feta cheese instead. It was still very good.


Jvion Kelley
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover asparagus and pears. It's also a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables. I like to add a handful of chopped walnuts or almonds for extra crunch.


Deborah Smith
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I made this salad for a picnic and it was a big hit. Everyone loved the combination of flavors and textures. The asparagus was perfectly cooked and the pears added a nice sweetness. The goat cheese added a bit of tanginess that balanced out the sweet


Abdullah Nabi
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This salad is so refreshing and delicious. The asparagus is crisp and tender, the pears are sweet and juicy, and the goat cheese adds a nice tanginess. The dressing is also very good. I will definitely be making this salad again.


Apna Time Ayega
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover asparagus and pears. It's also a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables. I like to add a handful of chopped walnuts or almonds for extra crunch.


Bahram Soomro
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I've made this salad several times now and it's always a favorite. It's perfect for a light lunch or dinner, and it's also great for potlucks. I always get compliments on it.


Justin Morton
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This salad is so easy to make and it's packed with flavor. The asparagus and pears are a great combination, and the goat cheese adds a nice touch of creaminess. I love that I can make this salad ahead of time and it still tastes great.


Zukiswa Ntengento
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I'm not a big fan of asparagus, but I decided to give this salad a try. I'm glad I did! The asparagus was surprisingly delicious, and the pears and goat cheese really complemented it. The dressing was also very good. I will definitely be making this


edgar gutierrez ramirez
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I made this salad for a dinner party and it was a hit! Everyone loved the combination of flavors and textures. The asparagus was perfectly cooked and the pears added a nice sweetness. The goat cheese added a bit of tanginess that balanced out the swe


Biki Magar
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This asparagus pear salad is a delightful dish that combines the flavors of fresh asparagus, sweet pears, and tangy goat cheese. The dressing is light and refreshing, and the salad is easy to assemble. I highly recommend it!