Penne, Spinach, Asparagus and Cashew Salad

Penne, Spinach, Asparagus and Cashew Salad
Penne, Spinach, Asparagus and Cashew Salad
This inventive salad is a terrific addition to any summer buffet. For this party, also prepare red cabbage coleslaw, or buy some at the market or a take-out spot.
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  • Served Person: Makes 12 Servings
Salad Leafy Green Nut Pasta Side Quick & Easy Summer Bon Appétit Sugar Conscious Vegan Vegetarian Pescatarian Dairy Free Peanut Free No Sugar Added Kosher
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 3/4 cup sliced green onions
  • Carbohydrate 49 g(16%)
  • Fat 16 g(24%)
  • Fiber 4 g(15%)
  • Protein 11 g(22%)
  • Saturated Fat 2 g(12%)
  • Sodium 224 mg(9%)
  • Calories 373

Preparation Cook asparagus in large pot of boiling salted water until just tender, about 3 minutes. Using slotted spoon, transfer asparagus to small bowl. Cool. Add pasta to same pot and cook until just tender but still firm to bite. Drain well. Transfer pasta to very large bowl. Toss with 1 tablespoon oil. Cool. Blend cup oil, green onions, vinegar and soy sauce in blender until smooth, about 2 minutes. (Asparagus, pasta and dressing can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover separately; chill.) Pour dressing over pasta. Add asparagus, spinach and cashews; toss to coat. Season with salt and pepper.

Preparation Cook asparagus in large pot of boiling salted water until just tender, about 3 minutes. Using slotted spoon, transfer asparagus to small bowl. Cool. Add pasta to same pot and cook until just tender but still firm to bite. Drain well. Transfer pasta to very large bowl. Toss with 1 tablespoon oil. Cool. Blend cup oil, green onions, vinegar and soy sauce in blender until smooth, about 2 minutes. (Asparagus, pasta and dressing can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover separately; chill.) Pour dressing over pasta. Add asparagus, spinach and cashews; toss to coat. Season with salt and pepper.