Grilled Asparagus Salad with Orange Vinaigrette

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Very Healthy
Health score
60%
Grilled Asparagus Salad with Orange Vinaigrette
45 min.
6
106kcal

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Welcome to a delightful culinary experience with our Grilled Asparagus Salad with Orange Vinaigrette! This vibrant dish is not only a feast for the eyes but also a celebration of fresh, wholesome ingredients that cater to a variety of dietary preferences. Whether you're a vegetarian, vegan, or simply looking for a gluten-free option, this salad is sure to impress.

Imagine tender, grilled asparagus, perfectly charred to enhance its natural flavors, combined with a refreshing orange vinaigrette that adds a zesty twist. The balance of tangy balsamic vinegar and sweet orange juice creates a harmonious dressing that elevates the dish to new heights. With a health score of 60, this salad is packed with nutrients, making it a guilt-free addition to your meal.

Ready in just 45 minutes and serving six, this salad is perfect for gatherings, whether as a side dish, antipasti, or a light starter. Each serving contains only 106 calories, allowing you to indulge without compromising your health goals. The combination of mixed gourmet salad greens and the vibrant garnish of orange rind strips not only enhances the flavor but also adds a pop of color to your plate.

Join us in creating this deliciously healthy salad that is sure to become a favorite at your table. It's time to savor the taste of summer with every bite!

Ingredients

  • 1.5 pounds asparagus fresh
  • 0.3 cup balsamic vinegar 
  • teaspoons dijon mustard 
  • 0.5 cup olive oil 
  • 0.3 cup orange juice fresh
  • servings garnish: orange rind strips 
  • 1.5 tablespoons orange rind grated
  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper 
  • 1.5 pounds gourmet salad greens mixed
  • 0.8 teaspoon salt 

Equipment

  • whisk
  • grill

Directions

  1. Snap off tough ends of asparagus; place in a shallow dish.
  2. Whisk together grated rind and next 6 ingredients.
  3. Pour one-third of vinaigrette over asparagus; cover and chill 1 hour.
  4. Drain. Set aside remaining vinaigrette.
  5. Grill asparagus, covered with grill lid, over medium-high heat (350 to 40
  6. to 10 minutes or until crisp-tender; cool.
  7. Combine greens, remaining vinaigrette, and, if desired, bacon; place evenly on 6 salad plates. Arrange asparagus over salad.
  8. Garnish, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Calories106kcal
Protein15.23%
Fat30.84%
Carbs53.93%

Properties

Glycemic Index
33
Glycemic Load
2.61
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
16.510434689729%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.02mg
Hesperetin
1.65mg
Naringenin
0.29mg
Apigenin
0.02mg
Luteolin
0.02mg
Isorhamnetin
6.46mg
Kaempferol
1.58mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
15.89mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:105.84kcal
5.29%
Fat:3.93g
6.05%
Saturated Fat:0.57g
3.54%
Carbohydrates:15.47g
5.16%
Net Carbohydrates:11.51g
4.19%
Sugar:5.43g
6.04%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:344.68mg
14.99%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:4.37g
8.74%
Vitamin C:57.91mg
70.2%
Vitamin K:49.65µg
47.29%
Vitamin A:2231.84IU
44.64%
Folate:109.25µg
27.31%
Manganese:0.4mg
19.77%
Iron:3.44mg
19.13%
Fiber:3.95g
15.81%
Vitamin B1:0.23mg
15.21%
Copper:0.3mg
14.84%
Potassium:500.96mg
14.31%
Vitamin B2:0.23mg
13.78%
Vitamin E:1.85mg
12.31%
Phosphorus:113.12mg
11.31%
Vitamin B6:0.22mg
11.24%
Vitamin B3:1.92mg
9.6%
Magnesium:35.63mg
8.91%
Calcium:71.04mg
7.1%
Zinc:0.92mg
6.11%
Vitamin B5:0.55mg
5.46%
Selenium:3.79µg
5.41%
Source:My Recipes