Description
A vibrant asparagus salad with mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, feta, and a tangy lemon vinaigrette, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 bunch asparagus
- 2 cups mixed greens
- 1/4 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prep the asparagus: Start by trimming the ends and blanch them in boiling water for 2-3 minutes until bright green.
- Stop the cooking: Transfer the asparagus into an ice bath to retain color and crispness.
- Mix the salad base: In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, halved cherry tomatoes, and sliced red onion.
- Whisk the vinaigrette: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Combine: Add the cooled asparagus and crumbled feta to the salad bowl, drizzle vinaigrette, and gently toss.
- Serve: Enjoy the salad immediately for the best texture and freshness.
Notes
For extra crunch, consider adding toasted nuts.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 3
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg