Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with a vibrant roasted asparagus and smashed new potato salad, a culinary delight that brings together the best of fresh spring produce. This refreshing salad boasts a symphony of flavors and textures, starting with crisp-tender asparagus spears, roasted to perfection, and complemented by creamy, buttery smashed new potatoes, bursting with earthy goodness.
The salad is further enriched with a medley of fresh herbs, including tender chives, vibrant green onions, and aromatic parsley, adding a touch of herbaceousness that elevates the dish. A zesty lemon-tahini dressing ties all the elements together, balancing the flavors with its tangy-nutty profile, while a sprinkle of crunchy walnuts adds a delightful textural contrast.
In addition to the main recipe, this article also offers variations to suit different preferences and dietary needs. For a vegan version, simply swap the tahini dressing with a lemony vinaigrette. If you prefer a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes or a drizzle of chili oil to the dressing. For a gluten-free option, make sure to use gluten-free bread crumbs in the walnut topping.
With its vibrant colors, enticing aromas, and irresistible flavors, this roasted asparagus and smashed new potato salad is a true feast for the senses. Whether you're hosting a summer gathering, preparing a light and healthy lunch, or simply craving a delicious and nutritious meal, this salad is sure to delight your palate and leave you feeling refreshed and satisfied.
OVEN ROASTED RED POTATOES AND ASPARAGUS
This garlicky red potato and asparagus dish is easy and delicious served either hot or cold. Rosemary and thyme give it a sophisticated flavor. Try adding a little chopped red pepper, too...yum!
Provided by THREDDIES
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Asparagus Baked
Time 1h
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
- In a large baking dish, toss the red potatoes with 1/2 the olive oil, garlic, rosemary, thyme, and 1/2 the kosher salt. Cover with aluminum foil.
- Bake 20 minutes in the preheated oven. Mix in the asparagus, remaining olive oil, and remaining salt. Cover, and continue cooking 15 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender. Increase oven temperature to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Remove foil, and continue cooking 5 to 10 minutes, until potatoes are lightly browned. Season with pepper to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 149.1 calories, Carbohydrate 23.5 g, Fat 4.9 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 4.2 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 650.5 mg, Sugar 2.8 g
LEMONY MASHED POTATOES WITH ASPARAGUS, ALMONDS AND MINT
Sautéing asparagus in butter and oil, rather than boiling it in water, locks much of the flavor inside. The asparagus could be served without the lemony mashed potatoes, or the other way around, but together they make a glorious side dish to roasted chicken, fish or spring lamb. Alternatively, adding a poached egg or two to each plate will turn this into a substantial vegetarian meal.
Provided by Yotam Ottolenghi
Categories brunch, dinner, lunch, vegetables, main course, side dish
Time 35m
Yield 6 side-dish servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Using a peeler, remove the yellow zest from the lemon in large strips. Cut the peeled lemon into six wedges and reserve for serving.
- Fill a medium saucepan with salted water, add the lemon zest, mint sprigs and garlic, and bring to a boil over high heat. Add potatoes and boil for 15 minutes, or until cooked through.
- Drain well. Return potatoes, lemon zest and garlic to the pan, discarding the mint sprigs. Add butter, milk, sour cream (soured cream) and 3/4 teaspoon salt and mash until smooth and creamy. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Cover and set aside until ready to serve.
- Meanwhile, cook the asparagus: In a large skillet, melt the butter and oil over medium-high heat until foaming. Add asparagus and cook, turning frequently, until cooked through but retaining a slight bite, 5 to 8 minutes, depending on thickness. Turn off the heat and use tongs to transfer asparagus to a plate. Add the anchovy, garlic and a pinch of salt to the pan, return to medium heat, and stir continuously until the garlic is starting to turn gold, 1 to 2 minutes. Remove from the heat, stir in almonds and dried mint, and immediately spoon the mixture into a bowl to stop the cooking.
- Divide potatoes on serving plates. Top with the asparagus and spoon the buttered almond mixture over the top. Serve at once with a sprinkle of fresh mint and the lemon wedges alongside.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 389, UnsaturatedFat 14 grams, Carbohydrate 31 grams, Fat 27 grams, Fiber 7 grams, Protein 10 grams, SaturatedFat 11 grams, Sodium 767 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams, TransFat 0 grams
ROSEMARY ROASTED POTATOES AND ASPARAGUS
Showcase asparagus when you dress it in fresh rosemary and red potatoes for an earthy counterpoint to the fresh, green spears. Add minced garlic and you get a gorgeous, flavorful side dish. -Trisha Kruse, Eagle, Idaho
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 45m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine the potatoes, 2 tablespoons oil, rosemary and garlic; toss to coat. Transfer to a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Roast at 400° for 20 minutes, stirring once., Drizzle asparagus with remaining oil; add to the pan. Roast 15-20 minutes longer or until vegetables are tender, stirring occasionally. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 175 calories, Fat 14g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 156mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
ROASTED ASPARAGUS & POTATO SALAD
This is a modification of a recipe from a nifty cookbook my boss gave me for my birthday. (I guess everyone I know has figured out, when in doubt a good cookbook makes the perfect gift.) The original recipe was conceived by Jeffrey Murphy of GB Ratto & Co. My modifications make this dish a little lighter while preserving the terrific flavors of the original. Because this salad is vegan, it travels very well and would make a nice addition at a picnic or potluck.
Provided by justcallmetoni
Categories Potato
Time 1h
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Trim the top off the garlic heads leaving the rest of the bulb intact.
- After a good cleaning, quarter the potatoes and place in a large bowl. Add the oregano, thyme, oil and stock. Now add the two garlic bulbs and toss together. Pour into a baking pan and roast for 30 minutes or until the garlic and potatoes are tender. Check about 20 minutes in and if the pan is very dry add another tablespoon or two of broth.
- Remove potatoes from the oven and pour off any remaining liquid into a bowl. Let the potatoes and garlic cool.
- Clean and trim the asparagus into 2-inch pieces. Steam or boil until they are cooked crisp tender (3 to 5 minutes). Plunge into cold water to stop the cooking and drain.
- Take the roasted garlic and gently squeeze the soft cloves into the bowl of oil drained from the roasting pan. Stir to create a nice dressing. If it seems too thick, add a little more broth. The exact thickness is up to you but I like mine thicker than a vinaigrette but thinner than a mayonnaise type dressing. For me that's about 2-4 tablespoons. Season with salt and pepper.
- Toss together the roasted potatoes, asparagus, red onion, scallions and garlic dressing.
- Serve at room temperature.
ROASTED ASPARAGUS
Roast asparagus this way and it becomes positively juicy. You'd think one pound would be enough for four people, but in my experience the thick stalks - the best kind to use - are really irresistible. Err on the side of extravagance, and polish up any leftovers for lunch the next day.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Categories easy, quick, side dish
Time 20m
Yield Serves four to six
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Oil a baking sheet or a baking dish large enough to hold the asparagus in one layer. Place the asparagus in the dish, and toss with the olive oil, salt and pepper. Place in the oven and roast for 10 to 15 minutes, until the stalks begin to shrivel and color lightly.
- Remove from the heat, toss with the thyme and season with lemon juice if desired.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 45, UnsaturatedFat 1 gram, Carbohydrate 6 grams, Fat 2 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 3 grams, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 356 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams
ROASTED ASPARAGUS SALAD
Now that our six children are grown, they've started sharing recipes with me-and I love it. This tasty way to prepare fresh asparagus -by roasting the spears, then serving them with a Dijon dressing at room temperature-came from our daughter. -Anna Kreymborg, Louisville, Kentucky
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Place asparagus in a 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Combine oil and garlic; pour over asparagus and turn to coat. Bake, uncovered, at 400° for 20-25 minutes or until tender, turning after 10 minutes. Cool completely., In a small bowl, whisk dressing ingredients; pour over asparagus and turn to coat. Serve immediately or allow to marinate. Serve at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 96 calories, Fat 9g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 136mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.
SMASHED ROASTED NEW POTATOES
Combine roast potatoes, rösti and mash with this simple recipe. You can enhance it by smashing in pitted olives, capers, herbs, spring onions or garlic
Provided by Barney Desmazery
Categories Side dish
Time 1h10m
Number Of Ingredients 2
Steps:
- Cook the potatoes in a pan of boiling salted water for 15 mins, or until cooked through but not falling apart. Drain well. Drizzle 1½ tbsp oil into a shallow roasting tin or baking tray (about 30 x 20cm - a Swiss roll tin works well). Tip the potatoes into the tin and toss in the oil. Squash the potatoes down using a potato masher or fork - the smashed potatoes should fill the tray and be joined at the edges like jigsaw pieces. Will keep chilled for up to a day.
- Heat the oven to 190C/170C fan/ gas 5. Drizzle the potatoes with the remaining oil and season with sea salt. Bake for 40 mins until deeply golden and crunchy.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 159 calories, Fat 6 grams fat, SaturatedFat 1 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 23 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 2 grams sugar, Fiber 3 grams fiber, Protein 3 grams protein, Sodium 0.01 milligram of sodium
NEW POTATO AND ASPARAGUS SALAD
Categories Salad Potato Side Vegetarian Quick & Easy Asparagus Bon Appétit Vegan Pescatarian Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield 2 servings; can be doubled or tripled
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Cook potatoes in large pot of boiling water until just tender, about 20 minutes. Drain and cool slightly. Cook asparagus in large pot of boiling salted water until just crisp-tender, about 8 minutes. Drain. Refresh under cold water. Cut potatoes into wedges. Cut asparagus into 1 1/2-inch pieces. Toss vegetables together in large bowl.
- Combine mustard and lemon juice in small bowl. Gradually whisk in oil. Pour over vegetables. Add chives and toss to coat. Season with salt and freshly ground pepper. Serve salad warm or at room temperature.
Tips:
- Choose the right asparagus. Look for asparagus that is thin and green, with tightly closed tips. Avoid asparagus that is thick or woody, as it will be tough and less flavorful.
- Roast the asparagus at a high temperature. This will help to caramelize the sugars in the asparagus and give it a slightly smoky flavor.
- Don't overcrowd the asparagus on the baking sheet. This will prevent it from cooking evenly.
- Season the asparagus simply. A little bit of olive oil, salt, and pepper is all you need to bring out the natural flavor of the asparagus.
- Make the smashed new potato salad ahead of time. This will give the flavors time to meld and develop.
- Serve the roasted asparagus and smashed new potato salad warm or at room temperature.
Conclusion:
This roasted asparagus and smashed new potato salad is a delicious and easy-to-make side dish that is perfect for any occasion. The asparagus is roasted until tender and slightly charred, while the smashed new potatoes are creamy and flavorful. The two ingredients are tossed together with a simple dressing made with olive oil, vinegar, and herbs. This salad is sure to be a hit at your next gathering!
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