How to Make White Asparagus Salad with Strawberries - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you're looking for a refreshing and vibrant salad to enjoy during the spring or summer months, then look no further than this White Asparagus Salad with Strawberries. This salad is a celebration of seasonal produce, combining the earthy and delicate flavor of white asparagus with the sweetness of ripe strawberries.

White asparagus is a sought-after vegetable that is only available for a short period of time each year, making it a special addition to any meal. Its mild and slightly ...

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Ingredients

  • 1 teaspoon salt, divided
  • 1 teaspoon white sugar, divided
  • 1 ¾ pounds white asparagus - peeled, trimmed, and cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 3 tablespoons orange juice
  • 2 tablespoons plain yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons creme fraiche with herbs
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 2 cups hulled and quartered strawberries
  • 4 leaves green leaf lettuce
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Additional Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Fill a pot with water; add 1/2 teaspoon each salt and sugar. Bring to a boil. Add white asparagus, reduce heat to low, and simmer until soft and cooked through, 10 to 15 minutes. Drain and let cool.
  • Combine orange juice, yogurt, mayonnaise, and creme fraiche in a large bowl. Season with remaining salt, sugar, and pepper. Add cooled asparagus and strawberries and mix well.
  • Arrange lettuce leaves on plates and distribute asparagus salad on top. Sprinkle with chives.
  • Nutrition

    155 cal.

    • Total Fat: 9g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 13mg
    • Sodium: 675mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 17g
    • Dietary Fiber: 6g
    • Total Sugars: 10g
    • Protein: 6g
    • Vitamin C: 65mg
    • Calcium: 81mg
    • Iron: 5mg
    • Potassium: 583mg