This simple summer salad is actually perfect for any time of the year. It is delicious served both warm and cold. You can also ring the changes by adding some fresh goat cheese and pickled red onions as well …
Ingredients:
Serves Four
1 lb green asparagus, ends trimmed
3 oz. bacon, cooked crisp and chopped2 large, hard-boiled eggs, peeled and halved
2 tbsp. avocado oil or olive oil
2 tbsp. red wine vinegar
1 tbsp. Dijon mustard
1 tbsp. bacon fat
1 garlic clove, minced
1 pinch sea salt
1 pinch red chili flakes
Did you know that Asparagus is a low-calorie vegetable that is an excellent source of essential vitamins and minerals, especially folate and vitamins A, C and K. It is also a good source of fibre; asparagus promotes regularity and digestive health and may help reduce your risk of heart disease, high blood pressure and diabetes. Read more about asparagus here
Do you like using Dijon mustard in recipes, I do! Dijon mustard (Moutarde de Dijon) is a traditional mustard of France, named after the town of Dijon in Burgundy, France, which was the epicentre of mustard making in the late Middle Ages and was granted exclusive rights in France in the 17th century. First used in 1336 for the table of King Philip VI, it became popular in 1856, when Jean Naigeon of Dijon replaced the usual ingredient of vinegar in the recipe with verjuice, the acidic juice of unripe grapes.
The main ingredients of this condiment are brown mustard seeds and white wine, or a mix of wine vinegar, water and salt designed to imitate the original verjuice. It can be used as an accompaniment to all meats in its usual form as a paste, or it can be mixed with other ingredients to make a sauce. The term "Dijonnaise" refers to a blend of Dijon mustard with mayonnaise. More details here
Do you like using Dijon mustard in recipes, I do! Dijon mustard (Moutarde de Dijon) is a traditional mustard of France, named after the town of Dijon in Burgundy, France, which was the epicentre of mustard making in the late Middle Ages and was granted exclusive rights in France in the 17th century. First used in 1336 for the table of King Philip VI, it became popular in 1856, when Jean Naigeon of Dijon replaced the usual ingredient of vinegar in the recipe with verjuice, the acidic juice of unripe grapes.
The main ingredients of this condiment are brown mustard seeds and white wine, or a mix of wine vinegar, water and salt designed to imitate the original verjuice. It can be used as an accompaniment to all meats in its usual form as a paste, or it can be mixed with other ingredients to make a sauce. The term "Dijonnaise" refers to a blend of Dijon mustard with mayonnaise. More details here
You will find a variety of recipe ideas within this blog, and not all may be suitable for you. If you may have any food allergies, or underlying health issues these must always be taken into account. If you are a diabetic and not sure how certain foods may affect your blood sugars, test is best, i.e. use your meter.
All the best Jan
28 comments:
...looks great!
I just LOVE asparagus!xxx
I have never seen asparagus used in a salad. Looks good.
Without the bacon it sounds delicious.
I am a fan of Dijon mustard, and use it in lots of places. I goes well with a strong cheddar too.
This is a winner, and I have not even tasted it. It looks absolutely delicious, loaded with everything I LOVE!
I can see how this would be tasty!
I still have never eaten asparagus.
this does look good!!
Asparagus finds its way in my grocery cart frequently, so I'd love to try this recipe. Yes, I use Dijon mustard often. It's a good addition to add flavor. Thank you for another wonderful idea.
Oh yum. Faux bacon of course. Heh.
bacon and asparagus does sound good together.
Coffee is on
That looks delicious.
Tina
Delectably appetizing!
Yummy!
I had asparagus in classic iceberg salads for my lunch today.
Yes, I love Dijon mustard :)
That looks like a wonderful salad!
all the ingredients I really like - so i imagine this is great.
Looks delicious.
Love asparagus.
Oh wow! This looks so wonderful!
This looks delicious, I just got up and would like a plateful now! Vaerie
That looks very appetising.
Oh, I love salads. This looks so delish, and probably filling with bacon in the mix, gotta try it.
I like asparagus and Dijon mustard, salad looks really appetizing, thanks for the recipe.
mmmmmmmmmm
Yammie ...i am hungry now 💚🍀💚🍀💚
I might have to make this tomorrow for guests. I don't have bacon but I do have chicken and already have the asparagus and eggs! Thanks for a great idea!
I've never thought of having asparagus in that way but I love it so this looks good.
Really love this :)
I could eat this right now! Thanks Jan! Big Hugs!
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