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Springtime Asparagus, Strawberry, & Arugula Salad

Posted by on Monday, April 16, 2012 · 2 Comments 

One of my favorite aspects of Spring is the new crop of produce that breaks me out of my winter routine. Sweet potatoes, cauliflower, and butternut squash are replaced with avocados, asparagus, and arugula; and apples get kicked to the curb as kiwis, mangos, and strawberries come into season.

Spring produce has come into season earlier this year, thanks to unseasonably warm winter temperatures… so bright green tender asparagus and ruby red juicy strawberries are already gracing stores’ shelves in abundance.

The spring produce is complimented by a sweet-tart dressing and topped with tangy blue cheese & crunchy sliced almonds. The flavors work beautifully together, and the warm roasted asparagus gently wilts the fresh arugula. I really enjoyed the temperature  contrast, but if you’d prefer a cold salad, simply let the roasted asparagus cool completely before tossing with the salad. Just like springtime, this salad can be warm or cold!

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  • grace

    the dressing sounds wonderful, and for once, i think blue cheese is the perfect touch!

  • Chez Us – Denise

    Lauren, this recipe sounds amazing. I love the addition of asparagus, to add a little more texture to the salad. I have yet to put strawberries into a salad, they never seem to make it past the basket into our mouths.