Are you looking for a delightful and elegant dish that combines the flavors of grilled asparagus, creamy Taleggio cheese, and salty Serrano ham? This salad of grilled asparagus with Taleggio cheese and Serrano ham is a perfect appetizer or light lunch. The asparagus is grilled to perfection, giving it a slightly smoky flavor that pairs well with the rich and nutty Taleggio cheese. The Serrano ham adds a touch of saltiness and a pleasing texture. This dish is easy to make and can be prepared in under 30 minutes. It's also a great way to enjoy fresh, seasonal asparagus.
This article provides two variations of the recipe - one with a simple vinaigrette dressing and one with a more complex dressing made with red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, and shallots. Both dressings complement the flavors of the asparagus, Taleggio, and Serrano ham perfectly. You can choose the dressing that best suits your taste or the occasion.
This salad of grilled asparagus with Taleggio cheese and Serrano ham is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as an appetizer, a light lunch, or even as a side dish. It's also a great way to use up leftover asparagus. So, gather your ingredients and let's get cooking!
TALEGGIO AND HAM GRILLED CHEESE
Steps:
- Fry the ham in a medium skillet until nicely warmed; set aside.
- Spread the pumpernickel slices with the mayonnaise.
- Place 2 slices of bread, mayo-side down, in the hot skillet. Divide the ham, asparagus and Taleggio between the slices. Place a second slice of bread, mayo-side up, on top. Cook, pressing down with a spatula, until golden brown on one side; flip, and continue cooking until golden brown on the reverse side and the cheese is melted.
- Cut in half and serve
ASPARAGUS WITH SERRANO HAM
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories appetizer
Time 15m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 0
Steps:
- Cook 1 bunch asparagus (trimmed and peeled) in salted boiling water until crisp-tender, 2 minutes. Drain and let cool, then pat dry. Wrap each spear with a slice of serrano ham. For the dip: Puree 1/2 cup mayonnaise with 1/4 cup roasted red peppers, 1/2 teaspoon sherry vinegar and 1/4 teaspoon hot smoked paprika.
GRILLED ASPARAGUS SALAD
It's just one of those salads that was created on a gorgeous summer evening with a bunch of stuff I had in the fridge. Grilled asparagus is tossed with spinach and Parmesan cheese. My husband and I love it!
Provided by Heather Hedstrom
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Asparagus
Time 13m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat a grill for low heat. Combine the lemon juice and olive oil on a plate. Place asparagus on the plate, and roll around to coat.
- Grill asparagus for about 5 minutes, turning at least once, and brushing with the olive oil mixture. Remove from the grill, and place back onto the plate with the oil.
- In a large bowl, combine the spinach, Parmesan cheese, and slivered almonds. Cut asparagus into bite-size pieces, and add to the salad along with the lemon juice and oil from the plate. Toss to blend, then serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 109.7 calories, Carbohydrate 3.4 g, Cholesterol 1.5 mg, Fat 10.2 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 2.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 50.3 mg, Sugar 1 g
WHITE ASPARAGUS WITH SERRANO HAM & CHIVE DRESSING
White asparagus has an earthier, nuttier flavour than the more usual green
Provided by Mary Cadogan
Categories Lunch, Starter
Time 35m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Trim the asparagus, then peel the stems with a potato peeler. Boil in salted water for 12-15 mins until the spears are tender. Drain well.
- Whisk together the lemon juice, mustard and honey with some salt and pepper. Whisk in the oil, then stir in the chives just before serving.
- Divide the warm or cold asparagus between 4 plates. Lay the ham on top and drizzle over the dressing.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 139 calories, Fat 10 grams fat, SaturatedFat 1 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 4 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 4 grams sugar, Fiber 2 grams fiber, Protein 7 grams protein, Sodium 0.88 milligram of sodium
HOW TO MAKE THE BEST GRILLED ASPARAGUS
Tender and sweet, grilled asparagus is the perfect healthy 15-minute side dish for any meal. Use thicker asparagus spears for easy grilling.
Provided by Heidi
Categories Side Dish
Time 9m
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat the grill to medium heat, about 350° to 400°F, and brush the grill grates clean.
- Remove the woody ends of the asparagus by snapping the ends off. Bend each stalk gently about 2/3 of the way down the stalk until it naturally breaks where the woody part begins. If desired, use a knife to trim the ends of the stalks to tidy up the cuts. Discard the ends.
- Place the asparagus spears in a shallow bowl or on a platter or baking sheet. Drizzle with the olive oil and toss the spears with your hands to coat. Season with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper and toss again.
- Place the asparagus across the grill grates perpendicular to the bars. Grill with the lid closed for 6 to 10 minutes or until the spears are tender and crisp. Use tongs to roll the spears for even grill marks.
- Transfer to a platter and if desired, drizzle with more olive oil and a squeeze of lemon. Can be served warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 54 kcal, Carbohydrate 5 g, Protein 3 g, Fat 4 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 584 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 2 g, ServingSize 1 serving
ASPARAGUS AND SERRANO HAM SALAD WITH TOASTED ALMONDS
Steps:
- Have ready a large bowl of ice and cold water. Cook asparagus in boiling salted water until crisp-tender, 2 to 3 minutes. Drain spears, then refresh in ice water. Drain asparagus again and pat dry.
- Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a small skillet over moderate heat until hot but not smoking, then cook almonds, bread crumbs, and cumin, stirring frequently, until toasted, 3 to 4 minutes. Cool. Add remaining oil to vinegar in a slow stream, whisking until emulsified. Season with salt and pepper.
- Toss escarole with half of dressing and mound on plates. Arrange ham around escarole and top salad with asparagus. Drizzle asparagus with remaining dressing. Sprinkle salad with almond-and-crumb mixture.
SALAD OF GRILLED ASPARAGUS WITH TALEGGIO CHEESE AND SERRANO HAM
Categories Salad Cheese Dairy Leafy Green Nut Vegetable Appetizer Lunch Ham Pine Nut Asparagus Spring Grill/Barbecue Bon Appétit Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Soy Free
Yield Makes 6 (appetizer) servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Prepare barbecue (medium heat) and preheat oven to 425°F. Whisk vinegar, shallot and sugar in small bowl until sugar dissolves. Gradually whisk in oil. Season dressing with salt and pepper.
- Arrange asparagus on rimmed baking sheet. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons dressing. Sprinkle asparagus with salt and pepper. Grill asparagus until crisp-tender, turning occasionally, about 6 minutes. Return asparagus to same sheet. Drizzle with additional 1/3 cup dressing; top with cheese. Bake until cheese melts, about 5 minutes. Place greens in large bowl. Add 1/4 cup dressing and toss to coat. Using spatula, divide asparagus among 6 plates. Arrange greens alongside. Drape ham over greens. Sprinkle pine nuts over salads. Serve with remaining dressing.
LEMONY ASPARAGUS SALAD WITH SHAVED CHEESE AND NUTS
Less is more when it comes to asparagus, especially those first tender stalks that show up in spring. Here they're quickly steamed and turned into an elegant salad tossed with a lemony, shallot dressing, and enriched with plenty of grated Manchego or other cheese. Chopped pistachios add another shade of green to the plate along with their sweet crunch, but use any nuts you like, or skip them entirely. This tangy, bright salad doesn't need them.
Provided by Melissa Clark
Categories vegetables, side dish
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350 degrees. On a rimmed baking sheet, spread pistachios in an even layer and toast for 5 minutes. Remove from oven and let cool enough to handle, then roughly chop.
- Meanwhile, fill a large skillet with 1-inch water. Place steam basket on top, cover and bring to a simmer. Steam asparagus until just tender, about 5 minutes. Drain.
- Finely chop 3 tablespoons mixed soft herbs. In a medium bowl, combine shallot, lemon juice, a pinch of salt and the pepper, and let sit for 2 minutes. Whisk in oil, then stir in pistachios, cheese and chopped herbs.
- To serve, drizzle asparagus with oil and salt to taste. Dollop with dressing, tear remaining 1/2 cup herbs on top, and sprinkle generously with more cheese. Taste and adjust salt as needed.
Tips:
- Choose the right asparagus. Look for asparagus spears that are bright green and firm. Avoid spears that are wilted or have brown spots.
- Trim the asparagus. Cut off the woody ends of the asparagus spears. You can also peel the asparagus spears if desired.
- Grill the asparagus. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Grill the asparagus spears for 3-5 minutes per side, or until they are tender and slightly charred.
- Make the dressing. While the asparagus is grilling, make the dressing. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Assemble the salad. Place the grilled asparagus spears on a platter. Drizzle with the dressing. Top with the Taleggio cheese and Serrano ham. Serve immediately.
Conclusion:
This salad is a delicious and easy way to enjoy asparagus. The grilled asparagus is tender and slightly charred, and the Taleggio cheese and Serrano ham add a touch of richness and flavor. This salad is perfect for a light lunch or dinner, or as a side dish.
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