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Microwave Asparagus Salad

By: USA WEEKEND columnist Jean Carper 
"Fresh asparagus is cooked in the microwave then tossed with nuts and greens and drizzled with a tangy balsamic vinegar dressing."

This Kitchen Approved Recipe has an average star rating of 4.2 Rate/Review | Read Reviews (9)

 

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Ingredients

  • 24 medium stalks asparagus
  • 4 cups Italian-style salad greens with radicchio
  • 4 tablespoons chopped hazelnuts
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  • 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.

Footnotes

  • Copyright 2004 Jean Carper. Printed first in USA WEEKEND. All rights reserved.

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 156 | Total Fat: 11.5g | Cholesterol: 0mg Powered by ESHA Nutrient Database

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The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on May 19, 2006 by Lori   view full review
I love the simplicity of microwaving the asparagus. I microwaved the asparagus (snapped into...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 11, 2005 by kevnbro   view full review
a nice quick salad although I too added a little sweetness to the dressing (and halfed it)- I...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on May 15, 2005 by MFLESCH   view full review
I halved the dressing recipe, which was more than enough for 1 bunch of asparagus. Also, I...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 16, 2006 by KDAVIES123   view full review
I have served this at several dinner parties now. It is so easy and absolutely delicious. ...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 25, 2011 by Dianemwj   view full review
It is nice to know that I can cook asparagus in the microwave. I didn't serve this over...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 19, 2011 by mrs. kosmos   view full review
Steamed the asparagus, toasted the hazelnuts, added a splash of honey to dressing and let it...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 6, 2008 by gail38   view full review
had to use up some asparagus fast.Followed directions,adding a little minced garlic to...
The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on May 4, 2006 by PULLEYHEATHER   view full review
This was good but nothing amazing. I marinated the asparagus in 1/2 the dressing and then...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 9, 2011 by Rex Hutcheson Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)  view full review
12-7-11: Would be a '5' given less of the dressing.

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