Crunchy Asparagus Salad Recipe

Name: Crunchy Asparagus Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 cups asparagus, sliced diagonally into 1 inch pieces; 1 cup jicama, diced into 1/2 inch pieces; 1 red pepper, diced into 1/2 inch pieces; 5 green onions; ¼ cup white wine vinegar; 2 tablespoons onions, minced; 2 teaspoons basil, dried; 1 tablespoon salad oil; 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard; 1 teaspoon sugar; 1 garlic clove, minced; ½ teaspoon salt; ¼ teaspoon pepper sauce

Servings: persons

3 cups asparagus, sliced diagonally into 1 inch pieces
1 cup jicama, diced into 1/2 inch pieces
1 red pepper, diced into 1/2 inch pieces
5 green onions
¼ cup white wine vinegar
2 tablespoons onions, minced
2 teaspoons basil, dried
1 tablespoon salad oil
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon sugar
1 garlic clove, minced
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon pepper sauce

1
Cook asparagus briefly (about 3-4 minutes) in a small amount of boiling, salted water.
2
Cook only until still a bit crisp.
3
Drain and put into a salad bowl.
4
Chill for about an hour before continuing.
5
Add remaining salad ingredients.
6
Combine dressing ingredients and shake well.
7
Pour over salad and serve.
8
This might be good with some chopped red pepper or a bit of French Fried Onion Rings crushed on top.
9
The dressing might need a bit of sugar added.

178

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 cups asparagus, sliced diagonally into 1 inch pieces, 1 cup jicama, diced into 1/2 inch pieces, 1 red pepper, diced into 1/2 inch pieces, 5 green onions, and more.

Yes, Crunchy Asparagus Salad falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

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Crunchy Asparagus Salad

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Variations & substitutions

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