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July 18, 2016

Fresh Cherry and Asparagus Salad

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Summer is for salads and this Fresh Cherry and Asparagus Salad is a star.

Fresh Cherry and Asparagus Salad with Poppy Seed Dressing by Foodtastic Mom

I think if I were to compare this salad to a celebrity she’d be a diva. And it’s not just the salad –  the dressing wants to be noticed too. In fact I almost titled my post Drinkable Poppy Seed Dressing because I seriously could have sipped down that whole jar of dressing… it’s that good. 

Fresh Cherry and Asparagus Salad with Poppy Seed Dressing by Foodtastic Mom

Clearly I haven’t been eating enough salads in these summer months because after these photos were snapped I inhaled that whole platter. I transferred the salad to a bowl for less mess while eating. Not just any bowl but a mixing bowl bigger than my head! And I happily ate it all and felt supremely satisfied afterwards.

Fresh Cherry and Asparagus Salad with Poppy Seed Dressing by Foodtastic Mom

When I eat a salad for dinner it helps to have cooked some part of the meal. It’s a mind trick I guess. So I tossed my fresh asparagus and walnuts in a pan and seared/toasted them for a few minutes. You’ll appreciate the added flavor this provides so don’t skip the searing.

Fresh Cherry and Asparagus Salad with Poppy Seed Dressing by Foodtastic Mom

As for this dressing it can at least be considered low fat. It’s not low in sugar but that’s what makes it so luscious. Just five ingredients (counting everything) are all that’s needed for poppy seed dressing bliss: sour cream, brown sugar, lemon juice, poppy seeds and salt. So simple for such a satisfying taste experience.

Fresh Cherry and Asparagus Salad with Poppy Seed Dressing by Foodtastic Mom

Tell me because I really want to know: what’s your favorite salad to eat in the summer? I hope you have a few and I know you’ll want to add this salad to your list!

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Fresh Cherry and Asparagus Salad

Fresh Cherry and Asparagus Salad with Poppy Seed Dressing by Foodtastic Mom
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Fresh Cherry and Asparagus Salad

Course Salad
Cuisine American
Prep Time 20 minutes
Servings 2

Ingredients

  • 6 cups spring lettuce mix
  • 16 asparagus spears tough ends removed
  • 1 cup fresh cherries pitted and halved
  • 1/2 cup walnuts
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese
  • cooking spray
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup light brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp poppy seeds
  • 1/2 tsp salt

Instructions

  1. Heat a non-stick pan over medium high heat and spray with cooking spray. Add the asparagus spears and whole walnuts. Cook, tossing occasionally until asparagus is starting to brown, 5 - 7 minutes. Remove from heat.

  2. In a small jar, whisk together the sour cream, brown sugar, lemon juice, poppy seeds and salt.

  3. In a large bowl, toss together the cooked asparagus and walnuts, cherries and feta cheese with the spring mix lettuce. Top with the dressing. I had some dressing leftover for another day.

Check out these other terrific salads too:

Copycat Lou Malnati’s Salad
Sugared Walnut Grape Salad
Grilled Steak Salad with Pineapple Viniagrette

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  1. theviewfromGreatIsland says

    July 18, 2016 at 1:14 pm

    Oh wow, this couldn’t get any better — love the creativity of the whole thing!

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    • foodtasticmom says

      July 18, 2016 at 6:56 pm

      Thank you so much 🙂

      Reply
  2. Helen @ Fuss Free Flavours says

    July 18, 2016 at 2:03 pm

    I love everything about this, so fresh and summery, I’d never thought of putting cherries in a salad, but I can see it is an amazing idea.

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      July 18, 2016 at 6:56 pm

      Thanks very much Helen!

      Reply
  3. Olivia @ Olivia's Cuisine says

    July 18, 2016 at 2:07 pm

    Oh, look at all those beautiful colors! It’s not every day that I drool over a salad. 🙂

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    • foodtasticmom says

      July 18, 2016 at 6:56 pm

      So glad I could make you drool over a salad 🙂 Thanks Olivia!

      Reply
  4. Holly Sander says

    July 18, 2016 at 2:28 pm

    So many of my favorite things in this yummy salad! Can’t wait to try it!

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    • foodtasticmom says

      July 18, 2016 at 6:55 pm

      Thanks Holly let me know what you think!

      Reply
  5. Natalia says

    July 26, 2016 at 8:42 am

    Do you think that green beans would be ok? Instead of asparagus?

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  6. Kathleen says

    February 4, 2017 at 4:31 pm

    OMG I am drooling just reading this. We just picked up two gorgeous bunches of fresh asparagus and am on my way back for the fresh cherries (which they had) and spring salad and am SO making this!!! Thanks for the recipe and keep up the great work!

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    • foodtasticmom says

      February 6, 2017 at 4:45 pm

      I love hearing this. Thanks so much Kathleen… enjoy the salad!

      Reply

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