Microwave Asparagus Salad |
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Prep Time: 0 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 0 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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Fresh asparagus is cooked in the microwave then tossed with nuts and greens and drizzled with a tangy balsamic vinegar dressing. Ingredients:
24 medium stalks asparagus |
4 cups italian-style salad greens with radicchio |
4 tablespoons chopped hazelnuts |
dressing |
6 tablespoons balsamic vinegar |
2 tablespoons olive oil |
2 tablespoons orange juice |
2 teaspoons dijon mustard |
1 teaspoon low-sodium soy sauce |
freshly ground pepper, to taste |
Directions:
1. Trim, peel and rinse asparagus (do not dry). Place spears flat, two or three deep, in a glass pie plate or similar dish. Cover tightly with microwavable plastic wrap and microwave on high 2 1/2 to 5 minutes, depending on wattage.
2. Whisk together dressing ingredients, pour over asparagus and marinate in refrigerator until cool.
3. Divide greens onto four salad plates; top each with six asparagus spears.
4. Drizzle with equal amounts of dressing, and top with hazelnuts.
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