Spinach, Asparagus and Strawberry Salad

Spinach, Asparagus, Strawberry Salad

When spring throws you more goodies than you can imagine, throw them all together and call it a salad! Courtesy of Sunset Magazine

What you need:

• 3 tablespoons olive oil

• 1 pound asparagus, rinsed, ends trimmed, and cut into 1-inch pieces

• About 1/4 teaspoon salt

• 2 tablespoons raspberry or balsamic vinegar

• 8 ounces spinach leaves, rinsed

• 8 ounces strawberries, rinsed, hulled, and sliced

• 1/2 cup chopped toasted walnuts (see note above)

• Pepper

Directions:

• Pour 1 tablespoon olive oil into a 12- by 15-inch baking pan; add asparagus, sprinkle with 1/4 teaspoon salt, and mix to coat. Spread in a single layer and bake in a 400° oven, stirring often, until tender when pierced, 15 to 20 minutes. Let cool, about 15 minutes.

• Meanwhile, in a large bowl, mix vinegar and remaining 2 tablespoons oil. Add spinach, strawberries, toasted walnuts, and cooled asparagus; mix to coat. Add more salt and pepper to taste.

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