Spanish Asparagus Salad with Orange and Manchego Cheese
Bright, zesty, and irresistibly fresh, this Spanish Asparagus Salad with Orange and Manchego Cheese is a vibrant celebration of Mediterranean flavors. Tender-crisp blanched asparagus serves as the perfect base for juicy orange segments, nutty shaved Manchego cheese, and a drizzle of citrus-infused honey vinaigrette. The salad is finished with a sprinkle of toasted slivered almonds and fresh parsley, adding irresistible crunch and color. Quick and easy to prepare in just 20 minutes, this dish is ideal as a refreshing appetizer or a light side for any meal. Bursting with textures and flavors, it’s a delightful way to elevate your salad game. Perfect for spring or summer gatherings!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 g asparagus spears
- 1 orange
- 100 g Manchego cheese
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 1 tsp honey
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley
- 2 tbsp slivered almonds (toasted)
Instructions
Wash and trim the woody ends off the asparagus spears.
Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and blanch the asparagus for 2-3 minutes until tender-crisp. Immediately transfer to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Drain and pat dry.
Zest the orange and set aside 1 teaspoon of zest. Peel the orange and segment it, removing any membranes.
Shave the Manchego cheese into thin slices using a vegetable peeler or knife and set aside.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, honey, salt, black pepper, and the reserved orange zest to create the dressing.
Arrange the blanched asparagus on a serving platter. Scatter the orange segments and shaved Manchego cheese over the asparagus.
Drizzle the dressing evenly over the salad. Sprinkle with fresh parsley and toasted slivered almonds for garnish.
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
249 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 19.6 g | 25% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.9 g | 34% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 22 mg | 7% | |
| Sodium | 407 mg | 18% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 10.6 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.7 g | 13% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.1 g | ||
| Protein | 9.8 g | 20% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 232 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 2.8 mg | 15% | |
| Potassium | 326 mg | 7% | |
*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.
