Author:
Kevin Curry
Asparagus, Arugula, Avocado, Mâche & Peas Green Salad
Asparagus, Arugula, Avocado, Mâche & Peas Green Salad
Ingredients
Substitution
Note
for 6 servings:
- 1 bundle (~230g) thick asparagus, chopped
- 1 1/2 cup frozen peas
- 2 cups mâche rosettes
- substitute: chopped bok choy or boston lettuce
- 2 cups (baby) arugula
- 1/2 cup cilantro, roughly chopped**
- avocado slices**
- sea salt & pepper to taste
- Dressing:
- 1 1/2 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- juice from 1/2 large pink grapefruit (ruby red), about 1/4 cup
- substitutes: orange, lemon, lime
- 1 heaping tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 1/2 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- sea salt & pepper to taste
(**) – optional ingredients
Steps
Step 1
Bring a pot of water to a boil.
Step 2
Add asparagus and frozen peas. Boil for 6 to 8 minutes, then immediately remove the veggies from the water and place them in a bowl filled with ice water. This will stop the veggies from cooking and help preserve the vibrant green color.
Step 3
Mix together the ingredients for the dressing in a small bowl and season to taste with sea salt & pepper (if needed).
Step 4
In a large bowl, add all the ingredients for the salad, including the chilled asparagus and peas. Add the dressing and gently toss the salad in the dressing.
Step 5
Garnish and season to taste with sea salt & pepper.
Step 6
Enjoy!
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Hey, I'm Kevin
My name is Kevin. My life changed when I realized that healthy living is a lifelong journey, mainly won by having a well-balanced diet and maintaining an active lifestyle.
By experimenting in the kitchen and sharing my meals on Tumblr, I learned healthy eating is not boring! By making a few adjustments to my favorite foods, I could design a diet that could help me achieve my wellness goals while satisfying my desire for BANGIN food! 😅 Now I try to help people around the world realize that same level of freedom in eating regardless of budget. Welcome, let's #DemocratizeWellness together!