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Crispy Roasted Asparagus Salad Recipe with Easy Tangy Lemon Tahini Dressing

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A quick and easy salad featuring perfectly crisp roasted asparagus paired with a bright and creamy tangy lemon tahini dressing. This versatile dish is perfect as a light meal or an elegant side.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb (450 g) fresh asparagus spears, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon sea salt, adjust to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • ¼ cup (60 ml) tahini
  • 2 tablespoons (30 ml) fresh lemon juice (about 1 medium lemon)
  • 1 tablespoon (15 ml) warm water
  • 1 small garlic clove, minced
  • 1 teaspoon (5 ml) maple syrup or honey
  • Salt to taste (start with ⅛ teaspoon)
  • Pinch of smoked paprika or cayenne (optional)
  • ¼ cup (30 g) toasted pine nuts or chopped walnuts
  • 2 tablespoons (8 g) chopped fresh parsley or cilantro
  • 2 tablespoons (30 g) crumbled feta or goat cheese (optional)
  • ½ cup (75 g) cherry tomatoes, halved (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Rinse and trim the woody ends off the asparagus. Cut the spears into 2-inch pieces.
  3. In a large bowl, drizzle olive oil over the asparagus, sprinkle with sea salt and black pepper, and toss until each piece is lightly coated.
  4. Spread the asparagus in a single layer on a baking sheet, leaving space between pieces.
  5. Roast for 12-15 minutes until tender with crisp, caramelized edges. Check tenderness by piercing with a fork; asparagus should have a slight bite but not be mushy.
  6. While asparagus roasts, whisk together tahini, fresh lemon juice, minced garlic, maple syrup, and salt in a bowl. Add warm water gradually until dressing is smooth and pourable. Adjust lemon or salt to taste.
  7. Toast pine nuts or walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-5 minutes until lightly golden and fragrant, shaking pan frequently.
  8. Transfer roasted asparagus to a serving bowl. Drizzle lemon tahini dressing over warm asparagus and gently toss to coat evenly.
  9. Sprinkle toasted nuts, fresh herbs, and if using, crumbled cheese and cherry tomatoes on top.
  10. Serve immediately warm or at room temperature.

Notes

Roast asparagus at high heat (425°F) to achieve crisp-tender texture. Add warm water gradually to tahini dressing to get the right consistency. Avoid overcrowding the baking sheet to prevent steaming. Toast nuts carefully to avoid burning. Serve warm or at room temperature for best flavor. Store roasted asparagus and dressing separately if prepping ahead.

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