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Asparagus Tossed Salad

By: Taste of Home Test Kitchen

"Asparagus takes the spotlight in this springtime salad that's tossed with a tangy vinaigrette dressing."

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Prep Time:
15 Min

Ready In:
15 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 8 servings

Ingredients

2 medium carrots, sliced
1 pound fresh asparagus, cut into 1-inch pieces
8 cups torn Bibb lettuce
ORANGE GINGER VINAIGRETTE:
1/4 cup orange juice
4 1/2 teaspoons olive or canola oil
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar or cider vinegar
1 tablespoon honey
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon grated orange peel
1/8 teaspoon salt

Directions

In a large saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a boil for 1 minute. Add asparagus; cover and boil 3 minutes longer. Drain and immediately place vegetables in ice water; drain and pat dry. In a salad bowl, combine lettuce, carrots and asparagus. In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the vinaigrette ingredients; shake well. Drizzle over salad and toss to coat. Serve immediately.

Footnotes

Nutritional Analysis: One serving (1-1/4 cups) equals 57 calories, 3 g fat (trace saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 61 mg sodium, 8 g carbohydrate, 2 g fiber, 2 g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 vegetable, 1 fat.