SPINACH, ASPARAGUS, AND STRAWBERRY SALAD

Spinach, Asparagus, and Strawberry Salad image

Provided by Barb G.

Categories Strawberry

Time 55m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

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3 tablespoons olive oil
1 lb asparagus, rinsed, ends trimmed, and cut into 1 inch pieces
10 ounces fresh spinach, rinsed, trim if needed
salt
8 ounces spinach leaves, rinsed or 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
8 ounces strawberries, rinsed, hulled, and sliced
1/2 cup chopped toasted walnuts
pepper

Steps:

To toast walnuts: place in baking pan and bake in a 350 degree oven until golden, about 10 minutes.
Pour 1 tablespoon olive oil into a 12- by 15-inch baking pan; Add asparagus, Sprinkle with salt, and mix to coat.
Spread in a single layer and bake in a 400 degree oven, stirring often, until tender when pierced, 15 to 20 minutes.
Let cool about 15 minutes.
Meanwhile, in a large bowl, mix vinegar and remaining 2 tablespoons oil.
Add spinach, strawberries, toasted walnuts, and cooled asparagus; Mix to coat.
Add more salt and pepper to taste.
Enjoy.