Warm Asparagus Spinach Salad Recipe

Name: Warm Asparagus Spinach Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs fresh asparagus, trimed and cut into 1 inch pieces; 2 tablespoons olive oil, plus; 1/2 cup olive oil, divided; salt; 1 1/2 lbs uncooked penne or 1 1/2 lbs penne pasta; 3/4 cup chopped green onion; 6 tablespoons white wine vinegar (this amount may be too vinegary for some tastes so start low and add up to taste); 2 tablespoons soy sauce; 1 (6 ounce) package fresh Baby Spinach; 1 cup coarsely chopped cashews; 1/2 - 3/4 cup shredded parmesan cheese

Servings: persons

1 1/2 lbs fresh asparagus, trimed and cut into 1 inch pieces
2 tablespoons olive oil, plus
1/2 cup olive oil, divided
salt
1 1/2 lbs uncooked penne or 1 1/2 lbs penne pasta
3/4 cup chopped green onion
6 tablespoons white wine vinegar (this amount may be too vinegary for some tastes so start low and add up to taste)
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 (6 ounce) package fresh Baby Spinach
1 cup coarsely chopped cashews
1/2 - 3/4 cup shredded parmesan cheese

1
Put the asparagus into an large oblong baking dish.
2
Drizzle with 2 tablespoons olive oil; sprinkle evenly with salt.
3
Bake, uncovered, at 400u00b0 for 20-25 minutes or until crisp-tender; stir every 10 minutes.
4
While the asparagus is cooking, prepare the pasta according to package directions; drain.
5
Add the onions, vinegar, and soy sauce in the container of a blender; process.
6
While processing, gradually add the remaining olive oil in a steady stream.
7
In a large serving bowl, add the pasta, spinach, and asparagus; drizzle dressing over all; toss to coat.
8
Season to taste with pepper, if desired.
9
Sprinkle with cashews and Parmesan cheese.
10
Serve warm.

1082

kcal

Calories

Fat

139

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 lbs fresh asparagus, trimed and cut into 1 inch pieces, 2 tablespoons olive oil, plus, 1/2 cup olive oil, divided, salt, and more.

Yes, Warm Asparagus Spinach 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.

Warm Asparagus Spinach Salad

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