Gluten-Free Buckwheat, Asparagus, and Pesto Salad
This bright salad pairs nutty buckwheat with tender steamed asparagus, all tossed in fragrant basil pesto and finished with a sprinkle of Parmesan. Gluten-free and satisfying, it balances herbaceous, garlicky notes with a pleasant bite from the grains. Serve Gluten-Free Buckwheat, Asparagus, and Pesto Salad warm for comfort or chilled for a refreshing meal.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook20 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Bring 1 cup water to a boil in a saucepan. Add buckwheat and stir once. Lower the heat and simmer until the buckwheat is tender but still firm to the bite, about 8 minutes.
- 2
Set a steamer insert into a saucepan and add water until it sits just below the steamer. Bring the water to a boil. Add the asparagus, cover, and steam until tender, 2 to 6 minutes. Remove from the steamer and cut into 1/2-inch pieces.
- 3
Combine the asparagus and pesto in a bowl and mix until coated. Add the buckwheat and toss to combine. Top with Parmesan cheese.
- Calories 143.84 kcal Moderate
- Protein 5.56 g Moderate
- Carbs 18.43 g Moderate
- Total Fat 5.53 g Moderate
- Saturated Fat 0.98 g Low Source
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 2.73 mg Low Source
- Sodium 138.05 mg Moderate
- Fiber 1.51 g Low Source
- Sugar 3.47 g Moderate
- Added Sugar 2.49 g Low Source
- Calcium 72.48 mg Low Source
- Iron 1.5 mg Low Source
- Potassium 138.93 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 97.49 mcg_rae Moderate
- Vitamin C 3.7 mg Low Source
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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About This Recipe
Gluten Free Buckwheat, Asparagus, and Pesto Salad is an Italian dinner recipe made with 5 ingredients. It takes about 30 mins, serves 4, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Asparagus, Buckwheat Groats, Grated Parmesan Cheese, and Pesto. Each serving provides about 143.84 kcal.
Recipe Questions
- What is Gluten-Free Buckwheat, Asparagus, and Pesto Salad?
- It is an Italian salad recipe made with 5 ingredients, usually served for dinner or lunch or salad.
- What is Gluten-Free Buckwheat, Asparagus, and Pesto Salad made of?
- The main ingredients are Asparagus, Buckwheat Groats, Grated Parmesan Cheese, Pesto, Water. The full list of 5 is above.
- What goes well with Gluten-Free Buckwheat, Asparagus, and Pesto Salad?
- Explore these Italian side-dish recipes.
- How long does it take to make Gluten-Free Buckwheat, Asparagus, and Pesto Salad?
- About 30 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 20 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 143.84 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Gluten-Free Buckwheat, Asparagus, and Pesto Salad easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 5 ingredients and 3 steps.
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