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Asparagus Salad with Strawberries and Basil
Enjoy this asparagus salad with strawberries and basil as a delicious springtime family dinner side dish or for a light lunch.
Ingredients
- 1 bunch asparagus about 8 oz. cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 cup strawberries sliced
- 1 Tbsp. pine nuts or use walnuts, lightly toasted
- 1 tsp. extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tsp. balsamic vinegar
- 2 Tbsp. fresh basil thinly sliced
- 1 - 2 Tbsp. red onion thinly sliced, optional
- 1 - 2 Tbsp. crumbled goat or feta cheese optional
Instructions
- Steam the asparagus in the microwave in a covered dish or on the stovetop for 1 – 2 minutes until it is just tender-crisp and drain it.
- Combine the asparagus in a serving bowl with the remaining ingredients. Season it with plenty of freshly ground black pepper.
Notes
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Nutrition
Calories: 85kcalCarbohydrates: 9gProtein: 4gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 2mgSodium: 17mgPotassium: 335mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1284IUVitamin C: 29mgCalcium: 53mgIron: 3mg
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