Asparagus and Spring Greens Salad with Gorgonzola Vinaigrette

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Nutritional Info
  • Servings Per Recipe: 8
  • Amount Per Serving
  • Calories: 70.1
  • Total Fat: 4.5 g
  • Cholesterol: 3.1 mg
  • Sodium: 53.1 mg
  • Total Carbs: 5.7 g
  • Dietary Fiber: 2.1 g
  • Protein: 2.8 g

View full nutritional breakdown of Asparagus and Spring Greens Salad with Gorgonzola Vinaigrette calories by ingredient



Number of Servings: 8

Ingredients

    1 pound green and white asparagus, trimmed and cut into (2-inch) pieces
    2 1/4 tsp. salt, divided
    2 Tbsp. minced shallots
    2 Tbsp. white balsamic vinegar
    2 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
    1/2 tsp. grated lemon rind
    1/4 tsp. freshly ground black pepper
    1/2 cup (2 oz.) crumbled Gorgonzola cheese, divided
    1 (5-ounce) package mixed salad greens

Directions

1. Cook asparagus and 2 tsp. salt in boiling water 2 min. or until crisp-tender. Drain and rinse asparagus under cold water; drain.
2. Combine remaining 1/4 tsp. salt, shallots, and next 4 ingredients (through pepper) in a small bowl, stirring with a whisk. Stir in 1/4 cup cheese.
3. Combine asparagus and greens in a large bowl. Drizzle with dressing; toss gently to coat. Sprinkle with remaining 1/4 cup cheese.

COOKING LIGHT APRIL 2010

Serving Size: 8 servings

Number of Servings: 8

Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user MCKIBBEN1.