Best Mixed Greens With Roasted Asparagus And Apple Recipes

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CRUNCHY APPLE MIXED GREENS SALAD



Crunchy Apple Mixed Greens Salad image

Whenever our staff celebrates a birthday or a special occasion, "Mary's Apple Salad" is always at the top of the wish list! The ingredients can also be prepared the day before and put together in a flash for our teachers' 20 minute lunch time.-Mary Robertson, Louisville, Kentucky

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 16 servings (1 cup each).

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 packages (5 ounces each) spring mix salad greens
2 large apples, chopped
2 cups bagel chips, coarsely crushed
1-1/2 cups honey-roasted peanuts
1 cup (4 ounces) crumbled blue cheese
DRESSING:
1/3 cup sugar
1/3 cup canola oil
1/4 cup cider vinegar
1 tablespoon poppy seeds
1-1/4 teaspoons dried minced onion
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large salad bowl, combine the first five ingredients. In a small bowl, whisk the dressing ingredients. Drizzle over salad; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 207 calories, Fat 14g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 6mg cholesterol, Sodium 277mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

ROASTED GREEN VEGETABLE MEDLEY



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Roasting vegetables like broccoli, green beans and Brussels sprouts is a great way to serve them, and almost any veggie combo works. - Suzan Crouch, Grand Prairie, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 40m

Yield 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
4 cups fresh broccoli florets
10 small fresh mushrooms, halved
8 fresh Brussels sprouts, halved
2 medium carrots, cut into 1/4-inch slices
1 medium onion, halved and sliced
3 to 5 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
4 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
3 tablespoons julienned fresh basil leaves, optional
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1 tablespoon grated lemon zest
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425°. Place first 7 ingredients in a large bowl; toss with 2 tablespoons oil. Divide between two 15x10x1-in. pans coated with cooking spray., Roast until tender, 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally. Transfer to a large bowl. Mix remaining ingredients with remaining oil; toss with vegetables.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 109 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 96mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

ROASTED GREEN VEGETABLE MEDLEY



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 45m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 zucchini
1 bunch asparagus, trimmed
1/2 pound green beans, trimmed
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 clove garlic, minced
1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves, minced
1 teaspoon fresh oregano leaves, minced
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper
1/2 cup grated Parmesan

Steps:

  • Quarter the zucchini lengthwise and then cut in half. Place in a gallon resealable plastic bag along with the trimmed asparagus and green beans.
  • Add in the olive oil, garlic, thyme, oregano, salt, pepper and crushed red pepper. Seal and toss to completely coat the vegetables. Release any extra air from the bag and store in the refrigerator, along with the Parmesan, until ready to roast.
  • When ready to roast, preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Remove the vegetable mix from the bag and spread it onto a sheet pan. Roast until the vegetables are tender and beginning to brown, 18 to 20 minutes, turning them halfway through the cooking time. Remove the vegetables from the oven and sprinkle the Parmesan over the top.

HONEY MUSTARD DRESSED GREENS WITH APPLE AND PEAR



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Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 5m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons cider vinegar
Juice of 1 lemon
1 shallot, grated or minced
2 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon Dijon or whole-grain mustard
1/3 cup EVOO
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
4 cups chopped lettuce of choice, such as romaine hearts, spicy arugula or mixed greens
1 small apple, quartered and thinly sliced
1 small pear, quartered and thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Combine the vinegar and lemon juice with the grated shallot in a mixing bowl. Then add the honey and Dijon and whisk in the EVOO in a slow stream. Season the dressing with salt and pepper. Toss the dressing with the greens and sliced fruit to coat.

MIXED GREENS' SALAD WITH APPLES AND MAPLE-WALNUT OIL DRESSING



Mixed Greens' Salad With Apples and Maple-Walnut Oil Dressing image

From the August 2005 Cooking Light issue. The walnuts are my addition. Now that apple season is about upon us, it's time to sample different varieties. This salad recipe is a good start.

Provided by COOKGIRl

Categories     Apple

Time 15m

Yield 4-5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 cups mixed greens, rinsed
1 cup braeburn apple, julienned, cut 2-inches long (can substitute similar apple such as Honey Crisp, etc.)
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
2 tablespoons maple syrup (NOT imitation)
2 teaspoons brown mustard (or Dijon)
2 1/2 teaspoons walnut oil
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon cayenne
1/2 cup walnuts, toasted and chopped

Steps:

  • In small glass bowl, prepare salad dressing first and set aside.
  • Use salad spinner to remove excess moisture from the greens.
  • *In large non-reactive serving bowl place the sliced apples and toss them with a little bit of apple cider to halt oxidizing.
  • Next, add the salad greens, a few tablespoons of the salad dressing and toss gently again with tongs to mix.
  • Serve remaining salad dressing on side along with the toasted walnuts if using.
  • *For best results, cut up apples and toss with the vinegar right before serving.

CHICKEN & APPLE SALAD WITH GREENS



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My favorite memory of eating this dish was when my mom made it for lunch on weekends when we were home from school and could have something other than "brown bag" lunches. Happy memories of childhood and late summer days just make this salad extra special. -Trisha Kruse, Eagle, Idaho

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 18

VINAIGRETTE:
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1/4 cup orange juice
1/4 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon curry powder, optional
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
SALAD:
2 cups shredded cooked chicken
2 medium apples, chopped
1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion
10 cups torn mixed salad greens
1/2 cup chopped walnuts, toasted

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, whisk the vinaigrette ingredients until blended. Add chicken, apples and onion; toss to coat. Just before serving, place greens on a large serving plate; top with chicken mixture. Sprinkle with walnuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 306 calories, Fat 19g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 42mg cholesterol, Sodium 549mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 17g protein.

ROASTED ASPARAGUS SALAD WITH BERRIES AND RASPBERRY VINAIGRETTE



Roasted Asparagus Salad With Berries and Raspberry Vinaigrette image

From the Dole Company-as found on a bunch of fresh asparagus spears. (Yep, I played around with the recipe.) The original recipe uses bottled raspberry dressing. Roasting the asparagus brings out the delicious flavor, whereas steaming seems to make it soggy, in my opinion. When shopping for asparagus look for spears with stalks that are uniform in size and leaves that are tightly close, indicating freshness.

Provided by COOKGIRl

Categories     Berries

Time 22m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 lb asparagus (read *NOTE)
10 ounces italian blend mixed greens (or similar) or 10 ounces romaine lettuce
1 cup strawberries, hulled and stemmed (strawberries sliced-raspberries left whole) or 1 cup raspberries (strawberries sliced-raspberries left whole)
1/2 cup vidalia onion, peeled and cut into crescents
1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted
1/2 cup raspberries, unsweetened
1/4 cup frozen apple juice concentrate
2 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar or 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1/2 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon sugar, to taste
white pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • *NOTE: See Recipe #11040 for roasting directions. Omit all of the ingredients in the recipe except for the olive oil.
  • VINAIGRETTE: Prepare vinaigrette in non-reactive bowl and blend until smooth, using an immersion blender. Best prepared 1 hour in advance.
  • Once asparagus is roasted, set aside to cool then cut into 1 1/2" pieces.
  • SALAD: In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed greens, cooled asparagus, berries and onions with about 2 tablespoons of the vinaigrette. Toss gently to coat.
  • Sprinkle top of salad with almonds. Serve remaining salad dressing on the side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 106, Fat 3.4, SaturatedFat 0.3, Sodium 107.2, Carbohydrate 17.9, Fiber 3.9, Sugar 11.6, Protein 3.4

GARLIC ASPARAGUS AND GREEN BEANS



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This recipe could not be easier. It's ready in minutes and is good hot, room temp or cold. If you like your green beans a little more tender you need to put them in the pan first to give them a little more cooking time. I make this when I have the ingredients fresh in the garden and the flavors are so bright and simple.You can add baby carrots too if you have them.

Provided by O. Romaine

Categories     Vegetable

Time 10m

Yield 4 cups, 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups fresh asparagus, cut into 1-inch sections
2 cups fresh green beans, snapped into 1-inch secions
2 tablespoons minced garlic
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1/4 cup baby carrots, strips (optional)
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar (optional)

Steps:

  • Heat a heavy bottom saute` pan to medium high. Add olive oil and swirl to coat pan. Add asparagus, green beans (and carrots if using) and stir well to coat vegetables with oil. Sprinkle in salt and pepper and add garlic. Stir constantly 1-2 minutes until garlic is lightly browned. Pour onto serving platter and add a splash of Balsamic vinegar to finish if desired. Can be served hot, room temp or cold.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 133.2, Fat 10.4, SaturatedFat 1.5, Sodium 453, Carbohydrate 9.2, Fiber 3.8, Sugar 2, Protein 3.5

GREEN SALAD WITH SHRIMP AND WINE VINAIGRETTE



Green Salad with Shrimp and Wine Vinaigrette image

This veggie and seafood salad is light and versatile-you can use whatever vegetables you prefer. —Cecilia Flowers, Nashville, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h20m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

4 large artichokes
1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed
1 cup chopped fresh cauliflower
1 cup fresh broccoli florets
1/2 cup dry red wine
2 shallots, finely chopped, divided
1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
6 cups spring mix salad greens
1 bunch watercress
20 large shrimp, cooked, peeled and deveined
1 small fennel bulb, thinly sliced, fronds reserved
1/2 cup julienned sweet red pepper

Steps:

  • With a sharp knife, level the bottom of each artichoke and cut 1 in. from the top. With kitchen scissors, snip off tips of outer leaves. Place in a steamer baske in a large saucepan over 1 in. of water. Bring to a boil; cover and steam until leaves near the center pull out easily, 20-25 minutes. Add the asparagus, cauliflower and broccoli ; cover and cook until crisp-tender, 3-4 minutes. Drain. With a spoon, carefully remove and discard the fuzzy centers of the artichokes. Thinly slice artichoke hearts., Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine wine and 1 shallot. Bring to a boil; cook until liquid is reduced to about 2 tablespoons. In a small bowl, whisk the oil, vinegar, wine mixture, mustard, salt, pepper and remaining shallot; set aside., Place salad greens and watercress on a large platter. Top with the cooked vegetables, shrimp, fennel, red pepper and artichoke slices. Drizzle with dressing and sprinkle with reserved fennel fronds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 277 calories, Fat 12g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 79mg cholesterol, Sodium 446mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 11g fiber), Protein 19g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

ROASTED ASPARAGUS



Roasted Asparagus image

Since asparagus is so abundant here in spring, I like to put it to use with this tasty roasted asparagus recipe. Not only does it come together quickly, but it calls for just a handful of items. We all look forward to this side dish each year. -Vikki Rebholz, West Chester, OH

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 25m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 pounds fresh asparagus, trimmed
1/4 cup olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup sesame seeds, toasted

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°. Arrange asparagus in a single layer in 2 foil-lined 15x10x1-in. baking pans. Drizzle with oil. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Bake, uncovered, until crisp-tender, 12-15 minutes, turning once. Sprinkle with sesame seeds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 73 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 122mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

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