Best Asparagus Spinach Salad With Chicken Recipes

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ASPARAGUS SPINACH SALAD WITH CHICKEN



Asparagus Spinach Salad with Chicken image

We love all the fresh fruits and vegetables that are available in the summer. This salad is one of our favorite because it packs in so much great produce, plus it's quick and easy on a warm summer day. -Joan Hallford, North Richland Hills, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
2 tablespoons water
1/4 cup prepared poppy seed salad dressing
1 tablespoon orange juice
1 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon grated orange zest
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
8 cups fresh baby spinach
3 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
2 cups sliced fresh strawberries or fresh blueberries
1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted
2 tablespoons sesame seeds, toasted

Steps:

  • In a microwave-safe bowl, combine asparagus and water. Microwave, covered, on high until crisp-tender, 2-4 minutes; drain. Remove asparagus and immediately drop into ice water. Drain and pat dry., In a small bowl, whisk dressing, orange juice, honey, orange zest and mustard until blended., In a large bowl, combine spinach, chicken, strawberries, almonds, sesame seeds and asparagus. Add dressing and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 267 calories, Fat 13g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 66mg cholesterol, Sodium 151mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 24g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

WARM CHICKEN SALAD WITH ASPARAGUS AND CREAMY DILL DRESSING



Warm Chicken Salad with Asparagus and Creamy Dill Dressing image

To quickly revive dry, cold rotisserie chicken, place slices of it in a steamer basket along with spring vegetables for a seasonal warm salad-it's a whole new take on a one-pot dinner.

Provided by Anna Stockwell

Categories     30 Days of Groceries     Chicken     Potato     Dill     Asparagus     Watercress     Lemon     Quick & Easy     Quick and Healthy     Dinner     Spring     Mint

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

Kosher salt
1 pound baby new potatoes
1 (2 1/2-pound) rotisserie chicken
1/3 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup finely chopped dill
3 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 pound asparagus (about 1 bunch), trimmed
2 cups watercress or baby arugula
1/2 cup mint leaves
Lemon wedges (for serving)

Steps:

  • Set a steamer basket in a large pot filled with about 1" salted water. Cover pot and bring water to a boil. Add potatoes, cover, and steam until just tender, about 10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, cut breast meat from chicken, remove and discard skin, and slice on the bias into 1/2" slices. Remove legs from carcass, remove and discard skin, and slice meat off bones into 1/2" slices.
  • Whisk mayonnaise, dill, lemon juice, mustard, pepper, and 1/4 tsp. salt in a medium bowl.
  • Add asparagus and chicken slices to potatoes in steamer, cover, and steam until asparagus is crisp-tender and chicken is warmed through, about 3 minutes. Transfer potatoes, asparagus, and chicken to a platter or plates and drizzle with dressing. Top with watercress and mint and serve with lemon wedges alongside.

WARM ASPARAGUS SPINACH SALAD



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Spinach, cashews and pasta are mixed with roasted asparagus in this delightful spring salad. The mixture is topped with a light vinaigrette, seasoned with soy sauce and sprinkled with Parmesan cheese. I've used this recipe many times. -Kathleen Lucas Trumbull, Connecticut

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 14-16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1-1/2 pounds fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
2 tablespoons plus 1/2 cup olive oil, divided
1/4 teaspoon salt
1-1/2 pounds uncooked penne pasta
3/4 cup chopped green onions
6 tablespoons white wine vinegar
2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
1 package (6 ounces) fresh baby spinach
1 cup coarsely chopped cashews
1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Place asparagus in a 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons oil; sprinkle with salt. Bake, uncovered, at 400° for 20-25 minutes or until crisp-tender, stirring every 10 minutes. Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package directions; drain., In a blender, combine the onions, vinegar and soy sauce; cover and process until smooth. While processing, gradually add the remaining oil in a steady steam., In a large salad bowl, combine the pasta, spinach and asparagus. Drizzle with dressing; toss to coat. Sprinkle with cashews and cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 299 calories, Fat 14g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 263mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

ASPARAGUS SALAD WITH LEMON VINAIGRETTE



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This fresh asparagus salad is one of my favorites and I can't wait to show you how to make it. With lemon vinaigrette dressing drizzled on top this salad has a light and flavorful crisp crunch in every bite.

Provided by Alyssa Rivers

Categories     Dinner     Main Course     Salad     Side Dish

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 bunch asparagus (cut into thirds)
3 cups spinach
1/2 cup radish (sliced)
1 cup cherry tomatoes (sliced in half)
1/2 cup peas
1/2 red onion (sliced)
1/4 cup feta cheese
1/4 cup olive oil
juice of one lemon
2 Tablespoons apple cider vinegar
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • In a large pot boil the asparagus for 3-5 minutes. Rinse in cold water.
  • In a large bowl combine spinach, radish, cherry tomatoes, peas, onion, and feta cheese.
  • In a small bowl whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, vinegar, salt and pepper.
  • Pour the desired amount of dressing over the salad and mix together.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 90 kcal, Carbohydrate 4 g, Protein 2 g, Fat 8 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Cholesterol 4 mg, Sodium 67 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 2 g, ServingSize 1 serving

TURMERIC-BLACK PEPPER CHICKEN WITH ASPARAGUS



Turmeric-Black Pepper Chicken With Asparagus image

In this sweet and spicy stir-fry, black pepper, honey and rice vinegar help accentuate turmeric's delightfully earthy qualities. Thinly sliced asparagus doesn't need much time to cook, but feel free to swap with any other vegetables that cook in just a few minutes, like thinly sliced green beans, frozen peas or baby spinach. Serve this with rice or rice vermicelli noodles, or tuck it into a lettuce cup or pita with yogurt and fresh herbs. You could also trade the chicken for tofu, shrimp or cubed pork shoulder.

Provided by Ali Slagle

Categories     dinner, quick, weekday, poultry, vegetables, main course

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 tablespoons honey
3/4 teaspoon black pepper, plus more to taste
Kosher salt
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons ground turmeric
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 tablespoon coconut or canola oil
12 ounces asparagus, trimmed and thinly sliced on an angle
1 teaspoon unseasoned rice vinegar or soy sauce
1 lime, cut into wedges (optional)

Steps:

  • In a small bowl or measuring cup, stir together 1/4 cup water with the honey, pepper and 1/2 teaspoon salt; set honey mixture aside.
  • In a medium bowl, stir together the flour, turmeric and 1 teaspoon salt. Add the chicken and toss until coated.
  • In a medium (10-inch) nonstick skillet, heat the oil over medium-high. Add the chicken and cook until the turmeric is fragrant and the chicken is golden brown on both sides, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Add the asparagus, season with salt, stir to combine and cook until crisp-tender, 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Add the honey mixture and cook, stirring, until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has thickened, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and stir in the vinegar, if using. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Serve with lime squeezed over top, if you like.

CHICKEN ASPARAGUS SALAD



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You can have this light, tasty dinner on the table in less than 10 minutes-just buy a deli chicken on your way home from work, or use leftovers from Sunday's roast. The only cooking you'd have to do is the asparagus, which takes only 2 or 3 minutes! This is great for a hot summer's night, when you don't want to heat up your whole kitchen making a great dinner!

Provided by TGirl

Categories     Chicken

Time 8m

Yield 3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup asparagus, cut into 1 inch pieces
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 teaspoons honey
2 teaspoons fresh parsley, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 cup cooked chicken, cubed
1/2 cup diced apple
2 cups salad greens (your favorite blend)
alfalfa sprout (optional)

Steps:

  • Cook asparagus in small amount of water until crisp-tender (cooking time will depend on thickness of asparagus;thin stalks 2-3 minutes, thicker stalks 3-4 minutes).
  • Drain and cool asparagus and set aside.
  • In salad bowl, combine vinegar, oil, honey, parsley, salt, and pepper, mixing well.
  • Add chicken, apple, and asparagus, tossing to coat.
  • Serve over lettuce/salad greens, garnishing with alfalfa sprouts if desired.

GRILLED ASPARAGUS SALAD



Grilled Asparagus Salad image

It's just one of those salads that was created on a gorgeous summer evening with a bunch of stuff I had in the fridge. Grilled asparagus is tossed with spinach and Parmesan cheese. My husband and I love it!

Provided by Heather Hedstrom

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Asparagus

Time 13m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

¼ cup olive oil
⅛ cup lemon juice
12 fresh asparagus spears
6 cups fresh spinach leaves
⅛ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon seasoned slivered almonds

Steps:

  • Preheat a grill for low heat. Combine the lemon juice and olive oil on a plate. Place asparagus on the plate, and roll around to coat.
  • Grill asparagus for about 5 minutes, turning at least once, and brushing with the olive oil mixture. Remove from the grill, and place back onto the plate with the oil.
  • In a large bowl, combine the spinach, Parmesan cheese, and slivered almonds. Cut asparagus into bite-size pieces, and add to the salad along with the lemon juice and oil from the plate. Toss to blend, then serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 109.7 calories, Carbohydrate 3.4 g, Cholesterol 1.5 mg, Fat 10.2 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 2.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 50.3 mg, Sugar 1 g

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