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Warm Baby Potato and Asparagus Salad

Warm Baby Potato and Asparagus Salad

Large beautiful displays of fresh juicy green local asparagus are a sight to which I've become happily accustomed, but my latest trip to the local market left me with a heavy heart as I realized that this wonderful season must soon be coming to an end. Racing off with two bunches — not quite the last I hope? — I set off to make at least one more asparagus creation while I have time.

Always pairing best with simple flavors, I steamed a bunch of asparagus with fresh baby potatoes and tossed the vegetables with a simple but lively balsamic and Dijon mustard dressing. Served right away to enjoy the warmth and tenderness of the potatoes and asparagus, this was an elegant salad that I think you will find inviting at any time of year, even if the produce isn't local. Enjoy!

Warm Baby Potato and Asparagus SaladWarm Baby Potato and Asparagus Salad
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Published on July 27, 2010

Simple and delicious warm salad of fresh steamed baby potatoes and asparagus with a Dijon and balsamic dressing

Preparation: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 25 minutes

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Salad:
  • 1 1/2 lbs (675 g) baby potatoes
  • 1 bunch fresh asparagus
  • 1 shallot, diced
  • small handful of fresh parsley, chopped
Dressing:
  • 2 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt
  • fresh ground black pepper to taste
Instructions:

  • Steam the potatoes for 20 minutes or until just tender. Snap the woody ends off the asparagus and cut the spears into 1 to 1 1/2 inch pieces. Add to the potatoes and steam for 5 more minutes.

  • Remove the warm potatoes and asparagus from the steamer and place in a large mixing bowl with the shallot and parsley. Whisk together the dressing ingredients, drizzle over the salad, and toss gently to combine. Serve warm.

Makes 4 servings

Warm Baby Potato and Asparagus Salad

Other potato salads you may enjoy:
Potato Radish Salad
Mexican-Style Potato Salad with Avocado and Jalapeño
Potato Salad with Blue Cheese Dressing

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7 comments:

  1. EdanaJuly 27, 2010 at 5:19 PM

    That sounds excellent! Thanks for the recipe--too bad I'll have to wait for next year to use it, since asparagus has already gone out of season where I live. (Well...I could use grocery store asparagus, I guess.)

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  2. The Food HunterJuly 27, 2010 at 7:01 PM

    Love both baby potao and asparagus so this is a real winner for me.

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  3. Weight Loss TipsJuly 28, 2010 at 10:44 AM

    I was just showing my husband your picture of the asparagus and potatoes, not that I mind but big mistake, I have to run to the market now. Guess what we are having with dinner tonight? Look forward to trying your recipe.

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  4. eatme_deliciousJuly 28, 2010 at 1:38 PM

    This salad has everything I love! Asparagus, baby potatoes, Dijon, balsamic. Yum!

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  5. fatmagülün suçu neJuly 28, 2010 at 3:54 PM

    thank you

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  6. Samantha Angela @ Bikini BirthdayJuly 29, 2010 at 2:35 PM

    I just stumbled across your blog. I love it! It's especially cool that you're from London, since I'm from Windsor!

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  7. Jacqueline MeldrumAugust 3, 2010 at 8:17 AM

    This is one of my favourite salads and I dress it the same too. I also like to add egg to my salad. Mmmmmmm :P

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