Warm Asparagus Mushroom Salad With Goat Cheese Balsamic Dressi Recipe

Elevate your spring dinner party with this stunning Warm Asparagus & Mushroom Salad! Inspired by Peter Martin's Restaurant in Kitchener, Ontario, this recipe features tender-crisp asparagus arranged in a beautiful sunburst pattern, earthy mushrooms, vibrant mixed greens, and a creamy, tangy goat cheese balsamic dressing. It's an impressive yet surprisingly easy first course that's bursting with fresh spring flavors. Perfect for a romantic dinner or a sophisticated gathering!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 240.5 kcal
Protein 8g
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Ingredients for Warm Asparagus Mushroom Salad With Goat Cheese Balsamic Dressi

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How to Make Warm Asparagus Mushroom Salad With Goat Cheese Balsamic Dressi

  1. Snap off the tough ends of 1 pound asparagus. Steam or blanch until tender-crisp, about 5-7 minutes. Set aside.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the balsamic vinaigrette ingredients: 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 tablespoon honey, 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, salt and pepper to taste.
  3. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
  4. Add 8 ounces sliced cremini mushrooms and sauté until golden brown and all liquid has evaporated, about 5-7 minutes.
  5. Add 2 cloves minced garlic and 1/2 red bell pepper, thinly sliced. Sauté for another 2 minutes.
  6. Pour in the prepared balsamic vinaigrette and 2 tablespoons of fresh dill.
  7. Cook, stirring frequently, until heated through, about 2 minutes.
  8. Arrange the cooked asparagus on a plate in a sunburst pattern. Top with 4 cups mixed greens.
  9. Spoon the warm mushroom mixture over the greens and asparagus.
  10. Crumble 4 ounces of goat cheese over the salad.
  11. Sprinkle the remaining fresh dill over the salad and serve immediately.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

6 g

Sugar

18g

Fat

15g

Carbs

3g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Warm Asparagus Mushroom Salad With Goat Cheese Balsamic Dressi?

Warm Asparagus Mushroom Salad With Goat Cheese Balsamic Dressi takes about 40 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 25 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Warm Asparagus Mushroom Salad With Goat Cheese Balsamic Dressi?

Warm Asparagus Mushroom Salad With Goat Cheese Balsamic Dressi has approximately 240.5 calories per serving, with about 8 g protein, 3 g carbohydrates and 33 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Warm Asparagus Mushroom Salad With Goat Cheese Balsamic Dressi?

The key ingredients for Warm Asparagus Mushroom Salad With Goat Cheese Balsamic Dressi are Asparagus, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Mushrooms, Garlic, Sweet Red Pepper, Fresh Dill. See the full list with measurements above.

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