Charred Asparagus Salad Recipe
english peas, crispy mortadella, whipped ricotta & herbs
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Ingredients
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Method
Preparation
- 1
Preheat the Grill
Preheat the grill or a grill pan over medium-high heat.
- 2
Prepare Asparagus
Trim the tough ends off the asparagus and toss with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- 3
Grill Asparagus
Grill the asparagus for about 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally until charred and tender.
- 4
Crisp Mortadella
While the asparagus is grilling, crisp the mortadella slices in a separate pan over medium heat until they are golden and crispy.
- 5
Whip Ricotta
In a bowl, mix the ricotta cheese with a pinch of salt and black pepper to taste, and whip until creamy.
- 6
Cut Asparagus
Once the asparagus is done, remove it from the grill and let it cool slightly. Cut into bite-sized pieces.
Assembly
- 7
Combine Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine the grilled asparagus, English peas, and fresh herbs.
- 8
Toss Salad
Drizzle with additional olive oil if desired, and toss to combine.
- 9
Serve Salad
Serve the salad topped with whipped ricotta and crispy mortadella.
