How do I shave the asparagus for this salad?

Lay one thick stalk of asparagus on a cutting board, hold the tip, and use a vegetable peeler to shave down the stalk until it's awkward. Turn it over and repeat, then chop the tip and remaining stalk, adding all parts to a large bowl.

What makes the pesto in this recipe vegan?

The pesto is made vegan by using sunflower seeds instead of traditional pine nuts and incorporating nutritional yeast to provide a cheesy flavor without any dairy.

Can I prepare the homemade pesto ahead of time?

Yes, you can make the pesto in advance. Store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator, and for best results, you can add a thin layer of olive oil on top to help prevent browning.

What kind of asparagus is best for shaving?

The recipe specifically calls for thick stalks of asparagus. These are ideal because they yield longer, more substantial ribbons when shaved with a vegetable peeler, contributing to the salad's unique texture.

How should I store any leftover Shaved Asparagus Salad?

This salad is best enjoyed immediately to maintain the crispness of the shaved asparagus and radishes. If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator, but be aware the asparagus may soften slightly over time.

4 years ago

Shaved Asparagus Salad with Pesto
[Vegan]

MW By: Maggie Wescott

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Fresh Shaved Asparagus Salad with delicate green ribbons, thin red radish slices, and vibrant homemade basil-parsley pesto, served in a white bowl.

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Shaved asparagus salad with pesto is a delightful and elegant dish. Packed full of fresh basil, radishes, asparagus and lemon, this salad screams summertime. Bring this salad to your next gathering and be the star of the show!

Ingredients You Need for Shaved Asparagus Salad with Pesto [Vegan]

For the Pesto:

1 cup basil loosely packed
1 cup parsley loosely packed
1/4 cup sunflower seeds
1/2 small lemon juiced
1 clove garlic
2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
1/4 cup water
pinch salt, more to taste

For the Asparagus Salad:

1 bunch asparagus thick stalks
4 radishes sliced thin

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How to Prepare Shaved Asparagus Salad with Pesto [Vegan]

Make the Pesto:

Add all ingredients to a blender and blend on high until smooth.
Add more water a tablespoon at a time until desired consistency is reached.
Season with more salt and lemon juice as desired.

For the Shaved Asparagus Salad:

Start by laying one stalk of asparagus on a cutting board. Holding the tip, use a vegetable peeler to shave down the stalk.
When the first side becomes awkward to shave, turn the stalk over and repeat until you cannot shave anymore.
Chop off the tip and roughly chop the remaining stalk. Add tip, shavings and remaining stalk to a large bowl. Repeat with remaining asparagus.
Toss the shaved asparagus with 1/4 cup pesto. Taste and add more pesto as desired. Add sliced radishes to the top and serve right away!