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Vegetables

Spinach
Nutrients per serving
  • (when recipes serves 6)
  • Protein: 8.0 grams
  • Fat: 10.0 grams
  • Carbohydrates: 7.0 grams
  • Calories: 150

Spinach

Ontario Spinach Salad with Grilled Asparagus, Parmesan and Mint

This salad would also be a wonderful light lunch or supper salad when served with some rolls.

Preparation Time: 15 Minutes
Cooking Time: 3 Minutes
Servings: 4 to 6
Ingredients:
  • 1 bunch (about 12 oz/375 g) Ontario Asparagus, trimmed
  • Olive oil
  • Salt and pepper
  • 1/4 cup (50 mL) olive oil
  • 1/4 cup (50 mL) finely chopped fresh mint
  • 2 tbsp (25 mL) lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp (15 mL) honey mustard
  • 1 clove Ontario Garlic, minced
  • 1 bunch Ontario Spinach, washed, stemmed and torn into bite-size pieces (about 8 cups/2 L)
  • 1/2 cup (125 mL) thinly slivered Ontario Red Onion
  • 2 slices prosciutto, diced or cooked and crumbled bacon
  • 1/4 cup (50 mL) shaved Parmesan or 2 tbsp (25 mL) grated Parmesan
Preparation:

Line up asparagus in row; skewer through centre using metal or soaked bamboo skewers. Lightly brush with oil; sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste. Barbecue over medium heat until tender, 3 to 6 minutes. Slice into 2-inch (5 cm) pieces.

In small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup (50 mL) oil, mint, lemon juice, mustard, garlic, and salt and pepper to taste. Place spinach, asparagus, onion and prosciutto in large bowl. Toss with just enough dressing to coat. Divide among salad plates. Sprinkle with Parmesan.