MICROWAVE ASPARAGUS SALAD
Fresh asparagus is cooked in the microwave then tossed with nuts and greens and drizzled with a tangy balsamic vinegar dressing.
Provided by USA WEEKEND columnist Jean Carper
Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes Asparagus Salad Recipes
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Trim, peel and rinse asparagus (do not dry). Place spears flat, two or three deep, in a glass pie plate or similar dish. Cover tightly with microwavable plastic wrap and microwave on high 2 1/2 to 5 minutes, depending on wattage.
- Whisk together dressing ingredients, pour over asparagus and marinate in refrigerator until cool.
- Divide greens onto four salad plates; top each with six asparagus spears.
- Drizzle with equal amounts of dressing, and top with hazelnuts.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 155.6 calories, Carbohydrate 11.6 g, Fat 11.5 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 4.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 128.7 mg, Sugar 6.4 g
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Jay Sullivan
[email protected]I love the vibrant color of this salad. It's a great way to add some color to your plate.
Sirju Magar
[email protected]This salad is a great way to change up your usual salad routine. It's light and refreshing, and the dressing is delicious.
Brandon Bishop
[email protected]I made this salad for a party and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor of the dressing.
Polash Pk
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to sneak some vegetables into your kids' diet. They'll love the sweet and tangy dressing.
Martins Asuquo
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of asparagus, but this salad was surprisingly good. The dressing really made the dish.
samuel idegbe
[email protected]This salad is a great way to use up leftover asparagus. It's also a great side dish for a weeknight meal.
Emeka Nwaoba
[email protected]I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's just a few ingredients, but the flavors really come together.
ZiDi MaYo
[email protected]This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. It's also a great side dish for grilled chicken or fish.
Hussein Mohamed Hurss
[email protected]I've made this salad several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The asparagus is always cooked perfectly and the dressing is so flavorful.
Lehakoe Thithi
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! The asparagus salad was a hit at my last potluck. Everyone loved the unique flavor of the dressing.
alicia brown
[email protected]This salad was a great way to use up some leftover asparagus. It was easy to make and the dressing was really tasty. I'll definitely be making this again.
John Juan
[email protected]I love this recipe! It's so quick and easy to make, and the results are always delicious. The asparagus is always tender and flavorful, and the dressing is the perfect complement.
Muhammad khab
[email protected]This recipe was super easy to follow and the salad turned out great! The asparagus was perfectly cooked and the dressing was delicious. I served it with grilled chicken and it was a hit with my family.
Omar Torres
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of asparagus, but this salad changed my mind! The microwave cooking method really brought out the natural sweetness of the asparagus, and the dressing was so flavorful. I'll definitely be making this again.
Ednah Omayio
[email protected]This asparagus salad was a delightful surprise! The microwave cooking method made it incredibly easy and convenient, and the flavors were absolutely delicious. The asparagus was perfectly tender and flavorful, and the dressing was a perfect balance o