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Microwave Asparagus Salad

Name: Microwave Asparagus Salad
Ingredients: 24 medium stalks asparagus; 4 cups Italian-style salad greens with radicchio; 4 tablespoons chopped hazelnuts; 6 tablespoons balsamic vinegar; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 2 tablespoons orange juice; 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard; 1 teaspoon low-sodium soy sauce; Freshly ground pepper, to taste

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Fresh asparagus is cooked in the microwave then tossed with nuts and greens and drizzled with a tangy balsamic vinegar dressing.

Recipe by USA WEEKEND columnist Jean Carper

Updated on October 7, 2022

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Servings:

4

Yield:

4 servings

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Ingredients

24 medium stalks asparagus
4 cups Italian-style salad greens with radicchio
4 tablespoons chopped hazelnuts

Dressing:

6 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons orange juice
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon low-sodium soy sauce
Freshly ground pepper, to taste

Directions

Trim, peel and rinse asparagus (do not dry). Place spears flat, two or three deep, in a glass pie plate or similar dish. Cover tightly with microwavable plastic wrap and microwave on high 2 1/2 to 5 minutes, depending on wattage.
Whisk together dressing ingredients, pour over asparagus and marinate in refrigerator until cool.
Divide greens onto four salad plates; top each with six asparagus spears.
Drizzle with equal amounts of dressing, and top with hazelnuts.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

156	Calories
12g	Fat
12g	Carbs
4g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 156
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 12g	15%
Saturated Fat 1g	7%
Sodium 129mg	6%
Total Carbohydrate 12g	4%
Dietary Fiber 4g	14%
Total Sugars 6g
Protein 4g
Vitamin C 19mg	94%
Calcium 71mg	5%
Iron 3mg	19%
Potassium 457mg	10%

* 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.