Spring Mix Strawberry Asparagus Salad

Total Time: 40 mins Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 20 mins

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 1 lb fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
• 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon fresh coarse ground black pepper
• 8 cups mixed baby lettuces and spring greens
• 3 cups sliced fresh strawberries
• 1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
• 1/2 cup chopped pecans, toasted
• 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 2 teaspoons sugar

Recipe

• 1 in a bowl, toss the asparagus with 1 tablespoon oil. spread in a single layer in a greased 15x10-inch baking pan. sprinkle with salt and pepper.
• 2 bake at 400°f for 15-20 minutes or until tender.
• 3 in a large salad bowl, toss greens, strawberries, onions, pecans and asparagus.
• 4 in a small bowl, whisk the vinegar, sugar and remaining oil. drizzle over the salad and toss to coat.