LIGHT ROASTED ASPARAGUS SALAD

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Our grandchildren love roasted asparagus-especially in this refreshing salad. The orange dressing gives it "zing", and sunflower kernels add crunch. I like to make it with my homegrown asparagus. -Virginia Anthony of Jacksonville, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
1/2 teaspoon olive oil
DRESSING:
1/2 cup orange juice
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons orange marmalade
1 tablespoon lime juice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon minced fresh gingerroot
7 cups torn mixed salad greens
3 tablespoons sunflower kernels, toasted

Steps:

  • Place asparagus in a 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Drizzle with oil. Bake, uncovered, at 400° for 10 minutes or until crisp-tender. Cool., For dressing, combine the orange juice, oil, marmalade, lime juice, salt and ginger in a jar with tight-fitting lid; shake well. Refrigerate., To serve, place the greens in a salad bowl or on individual plates; top with asparagus. Drizzle with dressing and sprinkle with sunflower kernels.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 124 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 224mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Unik
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This salad is a great way to sneak some extra vegetables into your diet.


Rupen Tmg
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. I usually serve it with grilled salmon or chicken.


jf Onik
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This salad is so refreshing and flavorful. I love the combination of roasted asparagus, cherry tomatoes, and feta cheese.


Aaron Google
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit. It's a great way to use up leftover roasted asparagus.


Nik Johnson
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This recipe is a great starting point, but I would recommend experimenting with different vegetables and dressings to find your perfect combination.


musa felicia
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The dressing for this salad is a little too acidic for my taste.


Mary Jo Peterman
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I'm not sure why this recipe is called 'light'. It's pretty heavy on the olive oil.


gazi Azim
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.


komu muigai
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I love the pop of color that the roasted red peppers add to this salad.


Nkam Betrand
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover asparagus. I also added some grilled chicken to make it a more complete meal.


Robert Downey jr
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can use whatever vegetables I have on hand.


Shodo Sparrow
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I'm not usually a fan of asparagus, but this recipe changed my mind. The roasting process brought out the sweetness of the asparagus, and the dressing was the perfect complement.


Matej Matej
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This roasted asparagus salad was a hit at my last dinner party! The asparagus was perfectly tender and flavorful, and the dressing was light and refreshing. I will definitely be making this again.