Garden Fresh: Ensalada Vasca (basque Salad) With Fresh Vegetables And White Asparagus
This Garden Fresh Ensalada Vasca, or Basque Salad, is a delightful and refreshing dish that celebrates the vibrant flavors of fresh vegetables and white asparagus. This traditional Basque cuisine recipe is perfect for a light and healthy meal or as a colorful side dish for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 1 head of lettuce, washed and torn into bite-sized pieces
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 cucumber, thinly sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup white asparagus, blanched and cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup black olives
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large salad bowl, combine the lettuce, red bell pepper, green bell pepper, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, white asparagus, red onion, and black olives.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat the vegetables evenly.
- Divide the salad into individual serving plates and serve immediately.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 5 minutes
- Total time:
- 25 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 150 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 20g
- Protein
- 5g
- Fat
- 7g
Supplies
Large salad bowl Small mixing bowl Whisk Serving plates
Tools
Knife Cutting board Blanching pot Colander
Serving suggestions
Serve the Ensalada Vasca as a refreshing side dish with grilled fish or as a light lunch on its own.
Tips & tricks
For an extra burst of flavor, sprinkle some crumbled feta cheese or toasted pine nuts over the salad before serving.
Cost
$15