Spring Salad Recipe

A vibrant and refreshing spring salad recipe, perfect for a light breakfast or brunch! This recipe, featured in our local paper's 'Seven Recipes in Seven Days' series by Marg Johnson, combines crispy prosciutto, tender asparagus, and perfectly poached eggs for a delightful flavor explosion. Get ready for a burst of spring freshness in every bite!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 91.5 kcal
Protein 15g
Rating 4.5 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Spring Salad

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How to Make Spring Salad

  1. Heat a teaspoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the prosciutto slices and cook until crispy and golden brown, about 3-4 minutes. Remove from skillet and set aside on paper towels to drain.
  2. Snap off the tough ends of the asparagus. Cut the spears in half on the diagonal. Bring a small pot of salted water to a boil. Add the asparagus and simmer for 3-4 minutes, or until tender-crisp. Drain and set aside.
  3. Divide the mixed greens among four plates. Arrange the crispy prosciutto, cooked asparagus, and sliced spring onions over the greens.
  4. Gently crack the eggs into a small saucepan filled with about an inch of simmering salted water. Poach for 3-4 minutes, or until the whites are set but the yolks are still runny. Remove with a slotted spoon and gently place on a paper towel to remove excess water. Arrange one poached egg on each salad plate.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
  6. Gradually whisk in the olive oil until the dressing is emulsified. Drizzle the dressing over the salads and serve immediately.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

3 g

Sugar

5g

Fat

8g

Carbs

1g