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5* Asparagus & Spring Greens Salad w/ Gorgonzola Vin.

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5* Asparagus & Spring Greens Salad w/ Gorgonzola Vinaigrette

Cooking Light - April 2010 - Jeanne Kelly,
Reviews rate this recipe 5 Stars!
8 servings (serving size: about 1 cup)

Serve this savory salad alongside a nice steak or a piece of flavorful fish, such as tuna or salmon.

1 pound green and white asparagus, trimmed and cut into (2-inch) pieces
2 1/4 teaspoons salt, divided
2 tablespoons minced shallots
2 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon rind
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup (2 ounces) crumbled Gorgonzola cheese, divided
1 (5-ounce) package mixed salad greens

Preparation:
1. Cook asparagus and 2 teaspoons salt in boiling water 2 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain and rinse asparagus under cold water; drain.

2. Combine remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt, shallots, and next 4 ingredients (through pepper) in a small bowl, stirring with a whisk. Stir in 1/4 cup cheese.

3. Combine asparagus and greens in a large bowl. Drizzle with dressing; toss gently to coat. Sprinkle with remaining 1/4 cup cheese.

1-cup serving equals: Calories 77; Fat 5.5 g (Satfat 1.8 g, Monofat 3 g, Polyfat 0.5 g); Protein 3.1 g; Carbohydrate 4 g; Fiber 1.6 g; Cholesterol 5 mg; Sodium 239 mg