Asparagus Tossed Salad Recipe
Asparagus takes the spotlight in this springtime salad that's tossed with a tangy vinaigrette dressing.
Healthy
Quick
Diabetic Exchange
TOTAL TIME: Prep/Total Time: 15 min.
MAKES: 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 oil
1 tablespoon white wine 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. Yield: 8 servings.
Nutritional Facts
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.
Originally published as Asparagus Tossed Salad in Light & Tasty April/May 2002, p22
Beth Layman :)
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