This white asparagus salad is made with cherry radishes, hard-boiled egg, and fresh herbs--a typical German spring recipe that's ready in no time. Try it served with some garlic bread or croutons. Omit the eggs if you want to make it vegan. White asparagus can be difficult to locate if you are not in Europe, simply use green variety.
White Asparagus Salad with Radish Vinaigrette
adapted from Küchengötter
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- Bring a large pot of water to boil over medium-high heat. Add the the asparagus pieces and blanch for 5-8 minutes until tender yet firm. Refresh under cold water. Drain.
- Wash, clean and thinly slice the cherry radishes. Place white balsamic, chicken broth, walnut oil and olive oil in a jar. Season with salt and pepper. Shake well. Add to the radish slices and set aside to allow the flavours to meld for 15 minutes.
- Now gently toss the drained white asparagus with vinaigrette and arrange them into two shallow bowls. Top with chopped eggs and fresh herbs.
78 comments:
Yay, white asparagus is one of my favorite veggies, I don’t know why but it’s just so exotic and who doesn’t love asparagus in the spring time. I have to try this radish vinaigrette, radishes are spicy and delicious.
It been a couple of years since I've seen white asparagus here. I'm going to have to contact my local market and see if they can get some in because I love everything about this salad and happen to have all of the ingredients, except for the asparagus.
Love how fresh and beautiful this salad is, Angie! White asparagus is my favorite and I always try to buy a bunch whenever I see them show up. It sounds perfect with the white balsamic vinegar!
I have only seen green asparagus here... looks like a really fresh salad...
Angie - such a delicious salad here - love the Radish Vinaigrette paired with the white asparagus and eggs!
That salad looks delicious! Spring in a plate.
Cheers,
Rosa
Not sure as well if white asparagus in available in Malaysia. I doubt I have seen it. Having said that, this salad is truly divine. I am hungry now Angie.
hi Angie! I was in France last week and got some white asparagus. My friend cooked it in a German style, simply steamed, and they were lovely.
I bought some asparagus this morning and this salad looks like the perfect dinner tonight.
I never see white asparagus around which is such a shame as this sounds delicious.
I have always been fascinated by white asparagus! What a gorgeous and delicious way to serve it Angie. Love the white balsamic and the eggs too :)
Angie, sounds perfect for spring! I rarely buy white asparagus because on the rare occasions when it is available it is much more expensive than the green. So I'll probably make this with green.
Really beautiful salad with the white asparagus. I like there more subbtle taste. Did you know I once made white asparagus ice cream...but could not find fresh ones yet so I tried the jar version...the ice cream was terrible lol. Every since thme I seen them fresh all the time.
Asparagus and eggs just shout 'spring'. So pretty with the radishes.
This is such a pretty salad Angie...I totally can see myself eating this as a meal...
I hope you are having a fantastic week :)
Good and fresh and a great way with white asparagus! I will be looking for the asparagus soon. Thanks for the recipe!
YESSSS! Asparagus is definitely my favorite spring vegetable and I'm obsessed with radishes, so I am drooling over this salad, Angie!! This is absolutely stunning!!! Can't wait to try it! Cheers, friend!
Oh, that salad simply looks amazing. I will be looking for white asparagus now!
Looks tasty.
look beautiful and delicious Angie :)
What a fresh and simple salad, love it!
Fantastic!!! I just had white asparagus yesterday.. they are so good. Your salad looks so good, I am going out to get some more. Have a nice weekend. Ciao!
I've never tried white asparagus in a salad before, but it's such a great idea, I'll definitely make it. Love the radishes here :)
Angie I love everything about this salad especially that you garnished it with radishes. So pretty!
What a gorgeous spring salad Angie! love how you made the vinaigrette, I know that I would love this. Happy Friday to you!
Oh gosh what a stunning salad ~ and you had me at radish vinaigrette ~ I've never heard of such a thing and it sounds delicious. I love walnut oil, too...this whole thing is a winner!!
I have never seen white asparagus before. Do they taste the same as the green ones.
Beautiful and delicious!
I love that I can always learn new ingredients/versions of ingredients simply by visiting your beautiful website! I've never seen white asparagus, only read about it in cookbooks, and it is stunning!! Beautiful salad Angie!
délicieuse salade j'aime bien plein de saveurs
bonne soirée
You are correct! I hv not seen white asparagus here. But at least I have tried and enjoyed it :) Is white asparagus expensive there? It is usually considered gourmet when served in restaurants, probably because they are hard to find.
You just reminded me I need to plant radishes this weekend. And, I wonder if I can raise white asparagus? Thanks for inspiring me!
Wow, your pics are just stunning with every recipe!I'm sure the salad is delicious, I'm waiting for my own radisches to grow in my garden☺
@Nancy Chan They are so much crunchier, juicer and sweeter.
Simple, healthy and delicious!
Mövenpick used to capitalize on white asparagus when in season, they were so thick and luscious! Your salad reminds me of their salad only yours is prettier!
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This salad looks awesome. Healthy and yummy Angie. Love it.
Gorgeous, Angie! I don't see white asparagus very often, but I'd love to try this with green.
What a stunning salad! Nearly monochromatic except for the beautiful outline of radishes and the herb garnish!
A very nice and tasty salad to enjoy in the spring.
This salad is perfect for spring! here temperature has risen well above 20's C and it would be the perfect refreshing meal!
The salad looks so nice and it's perfect for Spring. I will try it. x
i've never tried white asparagus, but it sure does make for an eye-catching dish! love this salad, angie. :)
wow I have never had white asparagus , love the flavor combo , looks very refreshing :)
Asparagus and radishes will be in season very soon, thanks for a timely spring recipe.
I love the colors of this salad. It looks perfect for spring.
I love the eggs in this, Angie. The white asparagus is something I find exciting! This is a lovely salad. ^.^
so pretty! totally intrigued by the white asparagus! does it taste like the green one?
I do love me some white asparagus. It's sweeter than green - but it def takes longer to cook that normal greenies!
I have never had white asparagus, the salad looks awesome..
I never tastes white asparagus! Wonder why? Must find some soon and try your salad. Perfect for the season.
Fantastic looking dish! Really pretty, and SO full of flavor. Thanks!
Such a pretty salad. I grew asparagus when we lived in Connecticut and tried to get white ones by covering them from the sunlight. We love it and you've inspired me to order plants and create a new patch here for wonderful recipes like this one.
It's embarrassing to say but I still haven't cooked with white asparagus but it's definitely on my list. Your salad looks wonderful. It's healthy, refreshing, and flavorful. Definitely something to try soon!
What a beautiful and flavorful salad, Angie! Occasionally, we see fresh white asparagus but not that often. I love those tender stalks!
I am a big fan of white asparagus, but we don't find great ones often here. When I do, I like to keep it simple too. This really looks so good Angie. So fresh and flavorful.
Hope you are doing well my dear. Hugs
I've never had white asparagus. But it looks so pretty and delish. Love how healthy, refreshing and so full of awesome flavors this is. YUM.
I love asparagus, white or green! Your salad is beautiful and looks so delicious, Angie:)
Such a palatable and mouth-watering salad recipe, Angie! I cannot wait to give it a try!
Totally refreshing Salad.. I love all the ingredients used in the Salad.. Just wow!!
Oh beautiful salad, Angie! My market's been hit or miss for the white asparagus. But I'll continue to look for it! Love the white balsamic in your dressing, too!
Not sure if my previous comment went through now, but it was something along the lines of I don't know much about German salads, but this looks like a good one.
Spectacular dish.
This is a "WOW." x
Simple, fresh and I bet oh so tasty.
Angie, I don't think I've ever seen white asparagus! But, this salad is so pretty and I'm sure delicious! What great ingredients!
Guauu se ve exquisita esta ensalada, muy fresquita para este tiempo! ;).
I have never seen white asparagus, but I am guessing this salad would be great with the green variety too?!
what a pretty salad :D
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