White asparagus has a much milder taste and works well with the sweet fruitiness of strawberries. This salad is served with a creamy yogurt-mayo dressing with orange juice.
Preparation Time
10 mins
Cooking Time
15 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Calories
155 Calories
Recipe Instructions
Step 1
Fill a pot with water; add 1/2 teaspoon each salt and sugar. Bring to a boil. Add white asparagus, reduce heat to low, and simmer until soft and cooked through, 10 to 15 minutes. Drain and let cool.
Step 2
Combine orange juice, yogurt, mayonnaise, and creme fraiche in a large bowl. Season with remaining salt, sugar, and pepper. Add cooled asparagus and strawberries and mix well.
Step 3
Arrange lettuce leaves on plates and distribute asparagus salad on top. Sprinkle with chives.
Ingredients
3 tablespoons orange juice
salt and ground black pepper to taste
2 tablespoons plain yogurt
1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 teaspoon salt, divided
4 leaves green leaf lettuce
1 teaspoon white sugar, divided
1 ¾ pounds white asparagus - peeled, trimmed, and cut into 1-inch pieces
