Can you eat raw asparagus in salad?

Asparagus is a highly nutritious vegetable that can be eaten cooked or raw. Because of its tough texture, cooking is the most popular preparation method. However, thinly sliced or marinated raw spears can be equally enjoyable.

What food goes well with asparagus?

What Goes with Asparagus? (12 Tempting Dishes)

Salmon. Whether pan-fried, baked, or grilled, asparagus and salmon make an excellent pair.
Tuna. Another fish that goes well with asparagus is tuna!
Scallops. Okay, you got me.
Crab Cakes.
Chicken Casserole.
Corned Beef Hash.
Hollandaise Sauce.
Ranch.

What flavors are good on asparagus?

Asparagus is fairly delicate in flavor, but pairs particularly well with: eggs, cheese (parmigiano-reggiano!), lemon and other citrus, garlic, tarragon, mushrooms, and balsamic vinegar.

How does Martha Stewart make asparagus?

Directions

Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Trim tough ends from asparagus.
On a rimmed baking sheet, toss asparagus with olive oil; season with coarse salt and ground pepper. Spread in an even layer. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
Roast until asparagus is tender and cheese is melted, 10 to 15 minutes. Serve immediately.

When should you not eat asparagus?

How to tell if asparagus is bad? The tips of the asparagus will go bad first and become mushy, black, and have a rancid smell to them. Another sign of bad asparagus is the stalks have become wrinkled and limp.

Do you eat the entire asparagus?

You can eat the whole spear except for the woody stem towards the bottom. Hold the asparagus spear on each end firmly. Gently bend the asparagus so that it bows out away from you. Keep bending until the asparagus snaps.

What season is good for asparagus?

SEASON: Look for asparagus in the market from February to June, with April being the peak. CHOOSING: Fresh asparagus will be bright green with no signs of shriveling. The tender tips may have a purplish cast, but they should be firm and tight, never mushy.