ASPARAGUS BERRY SALAD

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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 Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

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 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 15x10x1-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.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 135 calories, Fat 10g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 93mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 4g protein.