Asparagus and Spinach Salad

Submitted by PaulaG

"This was a recipe I adapted and served for Valentine's Day this year. It is quick and elegant."

 

• Ready In: 25mins
• Ingredients: 8
• Serves: 2

ingredients

• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1⁄2 lb fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1 inch lengths
• 1 large yellow bell peppers or 1 large orange bell pepper, cut into thin strips
• 1⁄4 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1⁄4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
• 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
• 1 cup Baby Spinach, loose packed,washed and torn
• 2 tablespoons parmesan cheese, grated (Use a good quality cheese.)

directions

1. In a medium wok, warm the olive oil over medium-high heat.
2. When oil is hot add the asparagus and bell pepper.
3. Quickly stir-fir until crisp tender, about 5 minutes; stirring frequently.
4. Turn off heat, sprinkle with salt and pepper, stir to mix.
5. Immediately add the balsamic vinegar and mix thoroughly.
6. Serve on a bed of baby spinach, pour any vinegar that has found its way to the bottom of the wok over salad and top with grated cheese.

Reviews

[Elmotoo]

Paula, this is delicious! Fast, easy & beautiful, too. I'm adding it to my summer menu. :) Made for the 2/08 Aussie Recipe Swap. Thank you!

 

[snazzycook]

This is sooo good. Asparagus is on sale here right now at $1.77 a pound. I made this for lunch and it is delicious. Thanks for posting Paula. ML

 

[Sharon123]

This was a nice, light salad. I enjoyed the balsamic vinegar taste. I served this with a tuna casserole and some rolls. Thanks Paula!