Italian Asparagus Salad Recipes

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ASPARAGUS AND MUSHROOM SALAD



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I've eaten antipasti like this all over Italy. Sometimes celery is substituted for asparagus, but there's no need at this time of year. Both thick and thin stems will work.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     dinner, easy, quick, salads and dressings

Time 10m

Yield Serves four to six

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound asparagus
1/2 pound mushrooms, thinly sliced
1/4 cup chopped fresh herbs, such as parsley, tarragon and chives
1 cup baby arugula
2 to 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (to taste)
Salt
freshly ground pepper to taste
1 small garlic clove, minced or pureed
5 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 ounce slivered Parmesan

Steps:

  • Steam the asparagus for three to five minutes, depending on how thick the stalks are. It should be tender but still have some bite. Rinse with cold water, and drain for a minute on a kitchen towel. Cut into 1-inch lengths. Place in a salad bowl, and toss with the mushrooms, herbs and arugula.
  • Whisk together the lemon juice, salt and pepper, garlic and olive oil. Toss with the asparagus mixture and the slivered Parmesan, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 149, UnsaturatedFat 10 grams, Carbohydrate 6 grams, Fat 13 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 5 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 323 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams

ASPARAGUS-TOMATO SALAD WITH DRESSING



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This is a delicious way to start off any meal- and a nice change of pace from the usual tossed salad.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

DRESSING:
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon red wine vinegar
1/2 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
SALAD:
12 fresh asparagus spears, cut into 1-1/2-inch pieces
3 small tomatoes, seeded and diced
1 small red onion, sliced

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, whisk together dressing ingredients; set aside. Place asparagus in a large saucepan with enough water to cover; cook until crisp-tender. Drain and cool. , Combine asparagus, tomatoes and onion in a bowl. Pour dressing over salad; toss to coat. Serve immediately or refrigerate.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 66 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 175mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

ASPARAGUS SALAD WITH HARD-BOILED EGGS



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A classic Italian salad, there are many versions of this dish. Sometimes the asparagus are not cut up, just topped with chopped hard-boiled eggs and vinaigrette. I like to cut them into pieces and toss everything together.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     salads and dressings

Time 15m

Yield Serves four

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound asparagus
2 hard-boiled eggs
2 tablespoons champagne vinegar or sherry vinegar, or 1 tablespoon each fresh lemon juice and vinegar
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
2 teaspoons capers, rinsed and chopped
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley or a mixture of parsley, chives and tarragon
Salt
freshly ground pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Snap the woody ends off the asparagus. Steam for five minutes. Refresh with ice-cold water, then drain and dry on paper towels. Cut into 1/2-inch pieces.
  • Cut the boiled eggs in half, mince the yolks and whites separately, and season with salt and pepper
  • In a salad bowl, whisk together the vinegar (or lemon juice and vinegar) and olive oil. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Add the asparagus, capers and herbs, and toss together. Add the chopped egg yolks and whites, then toss together again and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 177, UnsaturatedFat 12 grams, Carbohydrate 5 grams, Fat 16 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 5 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 367 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams

ASPARAGUS PASTA SALAD WITH ITALIAN DRESSING



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This pasta salad is endlessly adaptable 365 days a year. Take your favorite pasta shape, add any vegetables in season then toss it all in a homemade Italian dressing. Yes, it's that simple!

Provided by Kelly Senyei

Categories     main-dish

Time 3h25m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/3 cup red wine vinegar
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
1 1/2 teaspoons minced garlic
1 teaspoon sugar
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, or more to taste (optional)
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Kosher salt
2 1/2 cups dried short pasta, such as penne or rotini
1 pound asparagus, tough stems removed, spears cut into 1-inch lengths
2/3 cup sliced red onions
1 1/2 cups diced tomatoes
2/3 cup grated Parmesan, for serving

Steps:

  • For the dressing: Whisk together all of the ingredients in a medium bowl until combined. Set aside.
  • For the pasta salad: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to the package directions, just until al dente. Add the asparagus and cook it with the pasta for 1 more minute. Drain the pasta and asparagus then rinse with cold water and drain thoroughly.
  • Transfer the pasta and asparagus to a large bowl. Stir in the onions and tomatoes. Pour the dressing over the pasta, toss to combine, then cover and refrigerate for at least 3 hours and up to overnight. When ready to serve, stir in the Parmesan and enjoy cold or at room temperature.

ASPARAGUS SALAD, ITALIAN-STYLE



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Here, raw asparagus is simply dressed with lemon juice, olive oil and Parmesan shavings.

Provided by Mark Bittman

Categories     easy, quick, salads and dressings, side dish

Time 20m

Yield 2 to 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 1/2 to 2 pounds asparagus, not too skinny (fat is fine)
2 tablespoons olive oil, or to taste
Lemon juice to taste
Salt and pepper to taste
Freshly shaved Parmesan to taste

Steps:

  • Cut off the woodsy bottoms of the asparagus spears; discard. Cut off the flower ends and set aside.
  • Use a vegetable peeler to remove the dark green outer skin of each spear; you should get three or four ribbons from each one. Set aside. Cut the remaining stalks crosswise into 1/4-inch rounds.
  • Combine ribbons, sliced rounds and tips in a large bowl. Drizzle asparagus with oil, then sprinkle with lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper, then top with Parmesan.

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