Asparagus and Pear Salad
(from Lucianolinda’s recipe box)
Source: Southern Living magazine
Serves 4 peopleCategories: Salad- Salad Dressings- Slaw
Ingredients
- 1 lb. fresh asparagus, trimmed
- 1 large pear, sliced
- 2 tsp. lemon juice
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts, toasted
- 2 Tbsp. prepared honey Dijon salad dressing
- 8 romaine lettuce leaves
Directions
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In a large skillet, bring 1/2 inch of water to a boil. Add asparagus; cover and boil for 3 to 5 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain and immediately place asparagus in ice water. Drain and pat dry; cut into 1/2 inch pieces and set aside.
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In a large bowl, combine pear and lemon juice. Add the onions, walnuts and reserved asparagus; drizzle with dressing and toss to coat. Arrange lettuce on four salad plates; top with asparagus mixture. Sere immediately.