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Chopped asparagus, white beans, almonds, miso dressing, and sesame seeds in a white bowl.
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5 from 6 votes

Asparagus Salad

This Asparagus Salad is quick, easy, and packed with umami flavor from the miso dressing. It's rich in protein and perfect for meal prep.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Course: Main Course, Salad
Cuisine: Vegan
Diet: Vegan, Vegetarian
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 300kcal
Author: Nisha Melvani

Ingredients

  • 1 pound asparagus thinner spears (option to blanch for thicker spears)
  • ¾ cup chopped almonds (use roasted almonds for more flavor)
  • 1 cup cannellini beans or navy, butter, or Great Northern beans
  • ¼ cup chopped cilantro (or parsley, or mint)
  • ¼ cup sliced green onion
  • 2 tablespoons sesame seeds (option to toast in a skillet) 

For the miso ginger dressing:

  • 1 tablespoon white miso or mellow miso
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce or tamari (preferably low sodium)
  • ¼ teaspoon orange zest
  • 1 tablespoon orange juice
  • ¾ teaspoon grated ginger
  • ½ tablespoon maple syrup or to taste
  • 1 ½ tablespoons sesame oil or neutral flavored oil
  • Fresh lemon juice for serving (optional)

Instructions

  • Chop the asparagus into about ¼-inch pieces, discarding the tough ends of the spears.
  • Combine salad ingredients: Transfer the asparagus, almonds, white beans, scallions, cilantro, green onion, and sesame seeds to a large bowl.
  • Make the dressing: Mix the miso, rice vinegar, soy sauce, orange zest, orange juice, ginger, maple syrup and sesame oil in a medium bowl.
  • Toss the salad with the desired amount of dressing.

Notes

    • For greener asparagus: Place the asparagus in boiling water for one to two minutes. Then transfer the spears to a large bowl of ice water for one minute more. This makes the spears significantly greener.)
    • Make this salad ahead of time. It tastes even better the next day.
    • Make extra dressing to use throughout the week This miso orange dressing is good for up to 5 days.
    • Storage: Refrigerate any remaining Asparagus Salad for up to 4 days.

Nutrition

Calories: 300kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 7g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11g | Sodium: 380mg | Potassium: 489mg | Fiber: 9g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 938IU | Vitamin C: 9mg | Calcium: 173mg | Iron: 5mg