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Chopped Asparagus Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette delights your taste buds!

Chopped Asparagus Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette delights your taste buds with fresh ingredients and a zesty dressing.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound fresh asparagus trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1/2 cup red onion finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup feta cheese crumbled
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the chopped asparagus and blanch for 2-3 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp. Drain and immediately transfer to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Let cool for 5 minutes, then drain again and pat dry.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the blanched asparagus, cherry tomatoes, red onion, feta cheese, and parsley.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until well combined.
  4. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
  5. Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 5gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 13gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g

Notes

  • For added crunch, consider tossing in some toasted nuts like almonds or walnuts.
  • Substitute the feta cheese with goat cheese or omit it for a dairy-free version.

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