Insalata Primavera Italian Spring Salad
Celebrate the vibrant flavors of spring with Insalata Primavera, a refreshing Italian Spring Salad bursting with color and freshness. This light yet satisfying dish features a medley of mixed baby greens, juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp radishes, and tender blanched asparagus, all complemented by the crunch of English cucumber and the aromatic kick of fresh basil and parsley. Elevated with a silky homemade lemon vinaigrette made from extra-virgin olive oil, Dijon mustard, and a touch of honey, this salad is finished with a sprinkle of shaved Parmesan and toasted pine nuts for added texture and a savory touch. Ready in just 20 minutes, this salad is perfect as a bright appetizer or a delightful side dish for spring gatherings. Healthy, easy, and bursting with vibrant ingredients, Insalata Primavera is true seasonal perfection!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups Mixed baby greens (arugula, spinach, frisée, etc.)
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 1 cup Asparagus (blanched and chopped)
- 4 units Radishes (thinly sliced)
- 1 medium English cucumber (thinly sliced)
- 0.25 cup Fresh basil leaves
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped)
- 0.25 cup Extra-virgin olive oil
- 3 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 cup Shaved Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons Toasted pine nuts
Instructions
Wash and dry all the vegetables. Set the baby greens aside in a large salad bowl.
Halve the cherry tomatoes and add them to the bowl.
Trim the woody ends off the asparagus, blanch them in boiling water for 2 minutes, then immediately transfer them to an ice bath to cool. Pat dry and cut into bite-sized pieces. Add the asparagus to the salad bowl.
Thinly slice the radishes and cucumber, then add them to the salad bowl along with torn basil leaves and chopped parsley.
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until emulsified to make the dressing.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine all ingredients evenly.
Top the salad with shaved Parmesan cheese and toasted pine nuts for added flavor and crunch.
Serve immediately as a refreshing appetizer or side dish. Enjoy your Insalata Primavera!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
940 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 80.1 g | 103% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.6 g | 68% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 20 mg | 7% | |
| Sodium | 1827 mg | 79% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 46.3 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.3 g | 48% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.2 g | ||
| Protein | 24.0 g | 48% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 616 mg | 47% | |
| Iron | 9.9 mg | 55% | |
| Potassium | 2192 mg | 47% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
