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.

Garden Fresh: Ensalada Vasca (basque Salad) With Fresh Vegetables And White Asparagus

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

  1. In a large salad bowl, combine the lettuce, red bell pepper, green bell pepper, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, white asparagus, red onion, and black olives.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
  3. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat the vegetables evenly.
  4. 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