Spring Mix Strawberry Asparagus Salad

• fresh asparagus↗1 lb

  trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces

• olive oil↗3 tablespoons

  divided

• salt↗1⁄4 teaspoon
• fresh coarse ground black pepper↗1⁄4 teaspoon
• mixed baby lettuces and spring greens↗8 cups
• sliced fresh strawberries3 cups
• small red onion↗1⁄2

  thinly sliced

• chopped pecans1⁄2 cup

  toasted

• balsamic vinegar↗2 tablespoons
• sugar↗2 teaspoons

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   In a bowl, toss the asparagus with 1 tablespoon oil. Spread in a single layer in a greased 15x10-inch baking pan. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.

2. 2

   Bake at 400°F for 15-20 minutes or until tender.

3. 3

   In a large salad bowl, toss greens, strawberries, onions, pecans and asparagus.

4. 4

   In a small bowl, whisk the vinegar, sugar and remaining oil. Drizzle over the salad and toss to coat.