ASPARAGUS BERRY SALAD RECIPE

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When strawberries and asparagus are at their peak, this salad is sensational! I like to serve it for brunch or dinner. Sometimes I add grilled chicken or salmon to create a refreshing but filling main dish salad.

Provided by @MakeItYours

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
8 cups spring mix salad greens
3 cups sliced fresh strawberries
1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
1/2 cup Diamond of California Chopped Walnuts, toasted
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 teaspoons sugar

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, toss the asparagus with 1 tablespoon oil. Spread in a greased 15-in. x 10-in. x 1-in. baking pan. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Bake at 400° for 15-20 minutes or until tender.
  • In a large salad bowl, toss the greens, strawberries, onion, walnuts and asparagus. In a small bowl, whisk the vinegar, sugar and remaining oil. Pour over salad; toss to coat.
  • Yield: 6-8 servings.
  • Originally published as Asparagus Berry Salad in Taste of Home
  • June/July 2005, p27
  • Nutritional Facts
  • serving (1-1/2 cups) equals 135 calories, 10 g fat (1 g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 93 mg sodium, 10 g carbohydrate, 4 g fiber, 4 g protein.
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