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Raw Asparagus Salad with Walnuts & Parmesan

Zesty Raw Asparagus Salad with Walnuts & Parmesan Delight

This Raw Asparagus Salad with Walnuts & Parmesan is a delightful vegetarian option showcasing fresh ingredients.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 pound Fresh Asparagus Trim tough ends
  • 1 cup Toasted Bread Crumbs Use stale bread, toasted in olive oil
  • 1/2 cup Toasted Walnuts Can substitute with roasted pine nuts
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Or use Pecorino Romano
  • 1 large Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed
  • 3 tablespoons Olive Oil High-quality for best flavor
  • 1/4 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Flakes Adjust to taste
  • to taste Salt Essential seasoning
  • to taste Pepper Essential seasoning

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Knife
  • Cutting board

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the asparagus by trimming tough ends and slicing thinly on a bias.
  2. Toast stale bread crumbs in a skillet with olive oil until golden brown.
  3. Mix toasted walnuts, bread crumbs, and Parmesan cheese with asparagus in a bowl.
  4. Drizzle lemon juice and olive oil over the salad mixture.
  5. Toss gently and adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, or lemon juice.
  6. Serve the salad immediately or chill briefly before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 5gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 8mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, use fresh vegetables and high-quality ingredients.

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