Easter Asparagus Salad with Shrimp and Cherry Tomatoes

Name: Easter Asparagus Salad with Shrimp and Cherry Tomatoes
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 510 min
Ingredients: 2 cups mayonnaise; 0.25 cup white wine vinegar; 0.25 cup chopped fresh dill; 2 tablespoons water; 1 tablespoon minced garlic; salt and ground black pepper to taste; 2 pounds asparagus, cut into 2-inch pieces; 2 pints cherry tomatoes, halved; 2 (8 ounce) packages mixed spring salad greens; 1 pound frozen cooked, peeled and deveined shrimp, thawed; 2 large avocados, diced

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This salad is an Easter tradition in our family. The ingredients and flavors say spring, but it is delicious any time of year! Skip the appetizers; the abundance of shrimp make this an appetizer and salad in one. Enjoy!

Recipe by Saveur

Published on June 28, 2005

Prep Time:

20 mins

Cook Time:

10 mins

Additional Time:

8 hrs

Total Time:

8 hrs 30 mins

Servings:

8

Yield:

8 1-course servings

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Ingredients

Dressing:

2 cups mayonnaise
¼ cup white wine vinegar
¼ cup chopped fresh dill
2 tablespoons water
1 tablespoon minced garlic
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Salad:

2 pounds asparagus, cut into 2-inch pieces
2 pints cherry tomatoes, halved
2 (8 ounce) packages mixed spring salad greens
1 pound frozen cooked, peeled and deveined shrimp, thawed
2 large avocados, diced

Directions

Combine mayonnaise, vinegar, dill, water, and garlic in a bowl; whisk until well combined. Season with salt and pepper and refrigerate for several hours or overnight for flavors to meld.
Bring a pot of lightly salted water to a boil over medium-high heat. Cook asparagus until just tender, about 3 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water.
Combine asparagus, cherry tomatoes, salad greens, shrimp, and avocados in a large bowl. Toss with desired amount of dressing and serve.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

613	Calories
55g	Fat
18g	Carbs
18g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 613
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 55g	71%
Saturated Fat 8g	42%
Cholesterol 132mg	44%
Sodium 461mg	20%
Total Carbohydrate 18g	6%
Dietary Fiber 9g	31%
Total Sugars 4g
Protein 18g
Vitamin C 32mg	159%
Calcium 80mg	6%
Iron 5mg	30%
Potassium 940mg	20%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.