Grilled Asparagus Salad
For a light lunch or simple but delicious side dish, this asparagus salad fits the bill.
Ingredients
- 1 lb asparagus, tough ends removed
- 2 Tbs olive oil
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 1/4 tsp coarsely ground black pepper
- 1 1/2 Tbs lemon juice
- 2 tsp Dijon mustard
- 6 thin slices of red onion (about 1 ounce)
- 1 cup olives, whole, pitted
- 2 Tbs grated Parmesan cheese
Directions
- Toss asparagus spears with 1 tablespoon olive oil in mixing bowl. Season with salt and pepper. Grill over medium-high heat for 5 to 7 minutes, turning to brown evenly. Reserve mixing bowl for dressing. While asparagus is cooking whisk together remaining oil, lemon juice and mustard in reserved bowl. Toss in red onions and set aside. Toss cooked asparagus with vinaigrette and olives. Transfer to serving plates and top with cheese.
Nutrition
% Daily Value
Calories
150
Calories from Fat
99
% Daily Value
Total Fat
11g
17%
Saturated Fat
2g
9%
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
Monounsaturated Fat
5g
Cholesterol
2mg
1%
Sodium
601mg
25%
Potassium
247mg
7%
Total Carbohydrate
11g
Dietary Fiber
4g
17%
Sugars
2g
Sugar Alcohols
0g
Protein
4g
9%