Asparagus, Apple and Chicken Salad
This cool, colorful salad is a palate-pleaser. Apples and asparagus seem an unlikely match, but they form a terrific trio with chicken. I make this salad quite often while asparagus is in season.
— Nancy Horsburgh, Everett, Ontario
SERVINGS
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3
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CATEGORY
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Salads
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PREP |
25 min. |
TOTAL
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25 min.
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INGREDIENTS
- 1 cup cut fresh asparagus (1-inch pieces)
- 2 tablespoons cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons honey
- 2 teaspoons minced fresh parsley
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1 cup cubed cooked chicken
- 1/2 cup diced red apple
- 2 cups torn mixed greens
DIRECTIONS
Cook asparagus in a small amount of water until crisp-tender, about 3/4 minutes; drain and cool.
In a bowl, combine the next six ingredients. Stir in the chicken, apple and asparagus; toss. Serve over greens. Yield: 3 servings.