Asparagus Pasta Salad With Italian Dressing Recipe 455 Food

ASPARAGUS PASTA SALAD WITH ITALIAN DRESSING

Steps:

• In a medium bowl, whisk together all of the ingredients until combined. Set the dressing aside.
• Remove the tough stems of the asparagus then cut each spear into 1-inch pieces.
• Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook until al dente, 10 to 11 minutes, then add the asparagus to the pot and cook it with pasta for 1 more minute. Drain the pasta and asparagus then rinse it with cold water.
• Transfer the pasta and asparagus to a large bowl. Stir in the onions and tomatoes. Pour the dressing over the pasta, tossing to combine, then cover the salad with plastic wrap and refrigerate it for at least 3 hours and up to overnight. When ready to serve, stir in the Parmesan cheese and enjoy cold or at room temperature.
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ASPARAGUS PASTA SALAD

Steps:

• Heat shallot and oil in microwave safe covered dish for 30 seconds or in a small pan on the stovetop over medium low heat for 5 minutes. Allow oil to cool back to room temperature.
• Hold a spear of asparagus at each end and snap it. The spear breaks where the tender tops meet the tough bottoms. Line the broken spear up with the bundle of cleaned asparagus. Cut the spears using the guideline of the snapped spear. Par boil the asparagus tops in 1 inch simmering water covered for 3 to 5 minutes. Cool under cold running water and drain. Cut asparagus into 1-inch pieces on an angle and add to a bowl. Combine chopped, cooked asparagus with shredded endive, red bell pepper, cooked pasta, green peas and chopped parsley. The peas will defrost as you toss salad. Pour vinegar into a small bowl and whisk in cooled shallot oil. Pour dressing over salad and toss. Season salad with salt and pepper, to your taste and toss again.

ASPARAGUS PASTA SALAD WITH HONEY MUSTARD DRESSING

Steps:

• Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to the directions.
• Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the asparagus with a pinch of salt and pepper. Cook, tossing often, until the asparagus is bright green in color and slightly softened (like as if you would eat it straight from the pan!), then turn off the heat.
• In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, the asparagus, tomatoes, green onions and cheddar cheese. Pour in the dressing and toss well to combine. Taste the pasta salad and add another pinch of salt and pepper if you find that it needs it (this will depend on how much you use for the boiling pasta, dressing and asparagus!). Stir in the fresh herbs.
• You can store this in the fridge now until serving, or you can serve it immediately. It will last in the fridge for 2 to 3 days. If you are making it a day or so ahead of time, I suggest tossing in the fresh herbs right before serving.
• Enjoy!

ASPARAGUS PASTA SALAD WITH ITALIAN DRESSING

Steps:

• For the dressing: Whisk together all of the ingredients in a medium bowl until combined. Set aside.
• For the pasta salad: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to the package directions, just until al dente. Add the asparagus and cook it with the pasta for 1 more minute. Drain the pasta and asparagus then rinse with cold water and drain thoroughly.
• Transfer the pasta and asparagus to a large bowl. Stir in the onions and tomatoes. Pour the dressing over the pasta, toss to combine, then cover and refrigerate for at least 3 hours and up to overnight. When ready to serve, stir in the Parmesan and enjoy cold or at room temperature.

ASPARAGUS-SPINACH PASTA SALAD

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 8-10 minutes or until crisp-tender, stirring after 5 minutes. Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package directions; drain., For dressing, combine onions, vinegar and soy sauce in a blender; cover and process. While processing, gradually add the remaining oil in a steady steam., In a large salad bowl, combine pasta, spinach and asparagus. Drizzle with dressing; toss to coat. Sprinkle with cashews and Parmesan cheese.

ASPARAGUS PASTA SALAD WITH PARMESAN DRESSING

Steps:

• Boil pasta in water until firm-tender (do not overcook, leave firm!) drain, and rinse with cold water; set aside.
• Steam asparagus until crisp-tender; drain and plunge into very cold or ice water; drain and pat dry with a paper towel.
• Place all dressing ingredients in a blender, and blend until well mixed (adjusting all ingredients to suit taste).
• Place the veggies and the cooked pasta shells in a large bowl; toss to combine.
• Pour the dressing over; toss well to coat.
• Add in slivered almonds and mix.
• Chill in the fridge for a minimum of 2 hours before serving.

ROASTED ASPARAGUS PASTA SALAD

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
• Add pasta to a large pot of boiling salted water and cook until al dente. Drain in a colander and let cool.
• Meanwhile, slice asparagus on the bias into 1/2-inch pieces. Place the asparagus on a sheet tray and drizzle with olive oil, and season with salt and pepper. Place in oven and roast for 10 minutes, until slightly tender. Remove and let cool.
• In a small bowl, combine shallot, garlic, mustard, lemon zest, lemon juice, and red pepper flakes. Whisk in olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Add chives.
• Add pasta and roasted asparagus to a large bowl. Drizzle with dressing and toss. Add the crumbled goat cheese, toss and serve.

CHICKEN ASPARAGUS PASTA SALAD

Steps:

• Bring 4 quarts of water to boil in a stockpot.
• Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente.
• Drain pasta and keep warm.
• Wash asparagus and remove and discard tough ends.
• Slice asparagus into one inch pieces.
• Cook asparagus in a large skillet in shallow water and steam for 1-2 minutes until crisp tender.
• Drain well and reserve.
• Chop chicken into one inch pieces.
• Cut grape tomatoes in half.
• Combine Italian dressing ingredients in a large bowl.
• Add cooked pasta and asparagus to the Italian dressing and mix together until everything is evenly coated.
• Add chicken, tomatoes, basil, olives, and cheese and stir to combine.
• Serve pasta salad warm or at room temperature.

ASPARAGUS-TOMATO SALAD WITH DRESSING

Steps:

• In a medium bowl, whisk together dressing ingredients; set aside. Place asparagus in a large saucepan with enough water to cover; cook until crisp-tender. Drain and cool. , Combine asparagus, tomatoes and onion in a bowl. Pour dressing over salad; toss to coat. Serve immediately or refrigerate.

ASPARAGUS PASTA SALAD

Steps:

• Trim, wash and cut fresh asparagus into 1 inch pieces.
• Steam about 5 minutes or until just crisp tender.
• Quickly cool in ice water and drain.
• Cook pasta according to package directions, rinse with cold water, drain and cool.
• Combine all ingredients, place in an air tight container.
• Chill thoroughly or overnight before serving.

PASTA-ASPARAGUS SALAD

Steps:

• Boil penne until al dente.
• While the penne is cooking, put the asparagus into a medium microwave-proof dish; add about 1/4 cup water.
• Cover and microwave on high for about 4 minutes, or until crisp-tender (Or cook the asparagus for about 4 minutes in a stovetop steamer).
• Drain and rinse well in cold water, then drain again.
• To prepare the dressing: Process the cottage cheese, yogurt, oil, onion, garlic, lemon juice, and mustard in a blender until smooth and creamy.
• Stir in the remaining ingredients.
• Taste and adjust the seasoning.
• When the pasta is done, drain and rinse well in cold water, then drain again.
• Transfer the pasta to a large bowl; Add the asparagus and the remaining salad ingredients; toss.
• Add the dressing and toss again.
• Taste and adjust the seasoning.

ASPARAGUS PASTA SALAD WITH A CREAMY LEMON DRESSING

Steps:

• Dressing -- mix all the ingredients and set to the side until the pasta and asparagus are cooked.
• Salad -- In a large pot of salted water, boil the pasta according to directions. Approximately 3 minutes before the pasta is done, add the asparagus until is comes out al dente. Now drain the pasta and asparagus. Rinse under cold water for just a few seconds to stop the cooking process and cool slightly.
• Combine -- Now toss the still slightly warm pasta with the dressing. Add in the scallions, extra salt and pepper and serve garnished with the cheese fresh lemon slices. A nice simple salad!
• Now this is a very light tasting salad with a very simple dressing. It doesn't have bold flavors, but subtle flavors which is a nice compliment to a fresh herb roasted chicken breast or piece of fish. This is all about fresh subtle flavors.

ASPARAGUS PASTA SALAD

Steps:

• Place asparagus in a large saucepan with enough water to cover; cook until crisp-tender. Drain and cool. In a large bowl, combine asparagus with the remaining ingredients; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 3-4 hours or overnight.

ASPARAGUS PASTA SALAD

Steps:

• Cook pasta, drain and set aside. Cook asparagus to desired crispness, drain with cold water and set aside.
• FOR THE DRESSING: Put all ingredients in a blender and mix well. Combine salad ingredients and pour dressing over, toss well. Chill. Garnish with additional grated cheese.
• British Columbia Cuisine.