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Recipe for: Light salad with asparagus, arugula, and goat cheese

New Year's Eve Salads 30 min Easy 2 wyświetleń ~7.65 PLN * - (0)
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A light salad with asparagus, arugula, and goat cheese is a spring proposal that combines the freshness of green asparagus and arugula with the creamy tartness of goat cheese. The dish is light, low-calorie, and visually striking — the intense green of the asparagus and arugula contrasts with the white of the cheese. The salad is perfect as a fit appetizer for New Year's Eve, for a spring gathering, or a light lunch. It can be served on its own or with a slice of rye bread, grilled chicken breast, or a light yogurt dressing. It tastes fresh, has a pleasant tartness, and a delicate sweetness that can be balanced with honey. It presents beautifully on a flat plate, garnished with toasted sunflower seeds.

Ingredients Used

Ingredients (11)

Servings:
4
  • Asparagus 400 g
  • Arugula 100 g
  • Goat cheese 200 g
  • Olive oil 30 ml
  • Lemon juice 30 ml
  • Mustard 10 g
  • 🌿 Przyprawy
  • Salt 1 g
  • Black pepper 2 szczypty (~1 g)
  • ✨ Opcjonalne
  • Honey 15 ml
  • Sorrel 30 g
  • Roasted sunflower seeds 30 g
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Preparation steps

Preparation of ingredients

1

Prepare all the ingredients and utensils. Wash the arugula and dry it in a salad spinner or gently pat it dry with paper towels. Check the goat cheese: if it is very moist, drain it in a sieve for 5-10 minutes. Prepare a bowl of ice-cold water (a large pitcher with ice cubes or a bowl with cold water and ice).

Ingredients: Arugula, goat cheese
Use a salad spinner or a large bowl and paper towels. Preparing in advance will shorten assembly time. Tools: cutting board, knife, salad spinner, bowl with ice.

Blanching asparagus

2

Trim the woody ends of the asparagus: hold the asparagus in two places and snap it - it will naturally break where the woody part ends. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil (1 liter for 200 g of asparagus). When the water is boiling, add the asparagus and cook for 2–3 minutes (2 minutes for thin spears, 3 minutes for thick ones). The asparagus should become bright green and tender, yet firm (test: insert a fork - it should go in easily, not fall apart).

Ingredients: asparagus
Use a large pot to ensure the water covers the shoots. The blanching time must be short — 2–3 minutes. If you don't have fresh ice, prepare very cold tap water. Tools: knife, large pot, colander, bowl with ice.

Preparing the dressing

3

In a small bowl, pour in olive oil (30 g), lemon juice (30 ml), and add mustard (10 g). If you want a sweeter dressing, add honey (15 g) — an optional ingredient. Add a pinch of salt (1 g) and pepper (1 g). Whisk vigorously with a fork or whisk until the ingredients combine and a smooth emulsion forms. Taste and adjust seasoning — more lemon juice for acidity, more oil to mellow the flavor.

Ingredients: Olive oil, Lemon juice, Mustard, Honey, Salt, Black pepper
Use a small bowl and a whisk or fork. If you prefer a smooth dressing, you can use a jar with a lid and shake it vigorously. Tools: bowl, whisk or jar.

Preparing asparagus for the salad

4

Remove the asparagus from the cold water and dry it on a paper towel. Trim the ends (if any) and cut each spear diagonally into pieces 3–4 cm long — the diagonal cut looks more appealing and reveals more flesh.

Ingredients: asparagus
Use a sharp knife and a cutting board. A diagonal cut gives a nicer presentation and better contact with the dressing. If the asparagus is thin, you can leave them whole or cut them in half.

Salad assembly

5

In a large bowl, place the arugula (100 g) and, if using, torn leaves of sorrel (30 g) — sorrel adds intense acidity. Add the chopped asparagus and gently tear the goat cheese into small pieces with your fingers, spreading it evenly. Drizzle 2/3 of the prepared dressing and gently mix with your hand or a wooden spoon for 10–15 seconds — the goal is to coat the leaves without crushing them. Taste and add the remaining dressing if necessary.

Ingredients: Arugula, sorrel, asparagus, goat cheese, Olive oil, Lemon juice, Mustard
Use a large bowl to gently mix the ingredients without crushing the cheese. Stir with gentle motions, lifting the ingredients from the bottom to the top.

Finishing and serving

6

Transfer the salad to a flat plate or serving platter. Sprinkle with toasted sunflower seeds (30 g) for a contrast of textures (optional ingredient). Add freshly ground pepper on top. Optionally drizzle with a bit of olive oil and lemon zest for aroma. Serve immediately — the salad tastes best fresh.

Ingredients: Roasted sunflower seeds, Black pepper, Olive oil
Use a spoon and your hands to arrange the lettuce and cheese aesthetically. If you are preparing portions in advance, keep the dressing separate and drizzle it just before serving.

Fun Fact

💡

Asparagus was valued in ancient times and appeared on the menus of Roman patrician feasts. In Poland, asparagus has gained popularity as a symbol of spring and freshness on the plate.

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Tips

🍽️ Serving

Serve the salad chilled, immediately after preparation. It pairs well with grilled chicken fillet, a slice of rye bread, or as part of an appetizer buffet. If the cheese is very sour, add a bit of honey.

🥡 Storage

It is best to eat the salad immediately. Storing it in the fridge for up to 24 hours will cause the arugula to wilt and the asparagus to soften. If you need to store it: keep the ingredients separate — arugula and asparagus separately, dressing in a sealed jar. Combine 10–15 minutes before serving.

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