Springtime Asparagus Salad
Casseroles et claviers
Frances A.: "This makes a lovely salad. The lemon zest really …" Read More
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Description
Springtime is such a great time for garden-fresh vegetables and this salad takes advantage of all the season has to offer. Lightly sauteed asparagus is tossed with crisp romaine lettuce as the base for this simple salad. A basic lemon vinaigrette adds a nice bright flavor to the salad. A perfectly poached egg is served on top of the salad, with a warm and creamy yolk coating the vegetables as you dig in.
Ingredients
- 3 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest (finely chopped)
- 100 grams asparagus (green)
- 4 eggs (extra fresh)
- 1 head romaine lettuce
- fleur de sel
- ground black pepper
Directions
- In a medium-sized bowl, mix 3 tablespoons of olive oil with the balsamic vinegar and the chopped lemon zest.
- Warm some water (enough to cover eggs) in a sauce pan.
- Cut the asparagus in half, lengthwise.
- In a frying pan, heat 1/2 tablespoon of olive oil on medium heat and sauté the asparagus for 5 minutes carefully, making sure not to break their tip. They must remain "al dente", but become golden.
- As soon as the water starts boiling, carefully place the eggs in it. Use a tablespoon so that the shell does not break. Cook the eggs for 5 minutes, and then remove them from the hot water immediately. Place them right away in a cold water bath for 30 seconds. Peel the eggs.
- Add the lettuce leaves and the asparagus to the bowl with the vinaigrette. Season with salt and pepper. Toss the salad.
- Distribute salad in plates and add one egg in each.
NutritionView more
210Calories
Sodium12%DV280mg
Fat26%DV17g
Protein18%DV9g
Carbs2%DV7g
Fiber16%DV4g
PER SERVING *
| Calories210Calories from Fat150 |
| % DAILY VALUE* |
| Total Fat17g26% |
| Saturated Fat3g15% |
| Trans Fat |
| Cholesterol210mg70% |
| Sodium280mg12% |
| Potassium510mg15% |
| Protein9g18% |
| Calories from Fat150 |
| % DAILY VALUE* |
| Total Carbohydrate7g2% |
| Dietary Fiber4g16% |
| Sugars3g6% |
| Vitamin A |
| Vitamin C |
| Calcium |
| Iron |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your Daily Values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Reviews(1)
Yummly User
Frances A. 12 Jul 2015
This makes a lovely salad. The lemon zest really makes a difference in the dressing. Instead of boiling my eggs, I poached them and they were really good that way.
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