HOT ASPARAGUS PASTA SALAD

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Southeast Washington is a prime growing area for asparagus, and this recipe is one of the best I've tried using this delicious vegetable. Because it has shrimp and ham, this salad is hearty enough to be served as a main dish.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 4-6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

2-2/3 cups uncooked spiral pasta
1 garlic clove, crushed
1/4 inch slice fresh gingeroot, minced, optional
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 pound fresh asparagus, cut into 1-1/2-inch pieces
1/2 pound uncooked shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 tablespoons water
1/4 pound fully cooked ham, julienned or cubed
1 can (8 ounces) sliced water chestnuts, drained or 1 cup sliced celery
1/3 cup sliced ripe olives
DRESSING:
6 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon ground mustard

Steps:

  • Cook the pasta according to package directions. , Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute garlic and ginger if desired in oil over medium-high heat for 1-2 minutes. Add asparagus, shrimp and water; cook until asparagus is crisp-tender and shrimp are cooked, about 8 minutes. , Stir in ham, water chestnuts or celery and olives. Remove from the heat. Drain pasta and place in a large salad bowl; add asparagus mixture. Cover with foil. Combine dressing ingredients; pour over salad and toss. Serve immediately.

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Phurbasingh Tamang
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I highly recommend this salad!


WAHYUDI PRATAMA
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always delicious.


Tonmoy Das
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I love the unique flavor combination in this salad.


Sk Sabbir
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This salad is perfect for a light lunch or dinner.


Ajaz Bhatti
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Todd Desborough
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy side dish.


Shamo Jutt
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I love this salad! It's so light and refreshing, and the asparagus is cooked perfectly.


Patty Kelp
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I've made it for several parties and it's always been a hit.


Rachael Soden
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I'm not a huge fan of asparagus, but I really enjoyed this salad. The dressing was tangy and flavorful and the asparagus was cooked perfectly.


Mili Akter
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This is now my go-to recipe for asparagus salad. It's so easy to make and always turns out delicious.


Henor Krasniqi
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination and the asparagus was cooked to perfection.


Mohammad Nayem
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This asparagus pasta salad was the perfect dish for a light and refreshing summer lunch. The asparagus was perfectly cooked and the dressing was flavorful and tangy.