I created this Easy Asparagus Salad recipe for you—and well, my family too! Busy days usually means less time to cook. People are busy and on the go with sports, parties, family gatherings, and all sorts of events.
If you like asparagus and are looking for new ways to enjoy them give this 5-ingredient salad and 5-ingredient dressing a try! It’s simple to make with ingredients you most likely already have on hand.
Add-Ins
Adding seeds, raisins or other of your favourite salads toppings is encouraged with this Easy Asparagus Salad. In the recipe below, I suggest garnishes such as radishes, sliced red onions, chopped green onions, sprouts, fresh herbs, etc.
Make this salad for you! Have fun and customize it as you wish. There are no rules other than it has to taste good to you and your family!
Local CSA, Fresh Produce
As gardens start to grow here in Eastern Ontario, Canada, I’m excited to see what my share of a local CSA will bring me.
Hopefully, my summertime recipes will inspire you to use your fresh vegetables and fruits in a variety of ways. Cooking doesn’t have to be complicated but it’s nice to try new meals to keep things interesting.
Baking is a passion of mine, but I know that fresh produce is so much better for me. My body usually tells me when it needs more plant-based goodness or if I need to get off my butt and go exercise! Follow me on Instagram for daily inspiration.
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Each week we welcome new people from all over the world. This Gluten-Free Vegan Baking group was set up to help members troubleshoot challenging allergen-friendly baking questions for my recipes, or their own, that requires a little tweaking. It’s also where I share my newest creations and ideas before anyone else sees them on the blog.
This group is a great place to share ideas, tips and tricks about baking without gluten, dairy, eggs, or other top allergens. Below are some of the recipes that are frequently discussed.
- Gluten-Free Vegan Blueberry Scone
- Yeast-Free Gluten-Free Vegan Bread
- Basic Yeasted Dough Gluten-Free Vegan
- Buckwheat Sourdough Loaf Gluten-Free Vegan
- Gluten-Free Sourdough Starter
- Sourdough Starter Banana Bread
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Easy Asparagus Salad
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 2-4 servings 1x
- Cuisine: Vegan | Gluten-Free | Allergen-Friendly | Plant-Based
Description
Looking for new ways to prepare and enjoy asparagus? Try this easy 5-ingredient salad with the perfect 5-ingredient dressing! Impress your family and friends with this quick no fuss salad!
Ingredients
Salad
1 asparagus bunch, grated (enough for 2–3 cups)*
1 carrot, peeled and grated
1/2 apple (any kind), cored, grated
1/2 cup cilantro microgreens, chopped**
1/4 cup fennel bulb, thinly sliced or chopped***
Dressing
4 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons maple syrup
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/4–1/2 teaspoon fine grey sea salt
1/8–1/4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine grated asparagus stems, carrot, apple, cilantro and fennel.
- Combine dressing ingredients in a small jar and shake well.
- Drizzle desired amount of dressing over salad just before serving.
- Decorate your salad with asparagus tops and garnishes.****
- Enjoy right away!
Notes
Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 2 days. Add dressing just before eating.
* Reserve the asparagus tops to decorate your salad bowl(s).
** Regular cilantro is wonderful as well or use your favourite herb.
*** In a pinch, celery is a great substitute.
**** To garnish, you can add thinly sliced red onions or chopped green onions, radishes, sprouts, lime/lemon wedges, fresh herbs, etc.
