Asparagus Salad with a Dijon Vinaigrette
User Reviews
5.0
24 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
12 mins
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Cook Time
12 mins
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Total Time
15 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
195 kcal
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Cuisine
Mediterranean
Asparagus Salad with a Dijon Vinaigrette
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A refreshing spring salad made with blanched asparagus, crispy radish, fresh parsley, and a zesty vinaigrette dressing.
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Ingredients
Asparagus Salad
- 1 lb asparagus cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes sliced in half
- 4 radishes thinly sliced
- ½ cup sliced almonds
- ⅓ cup feta crumbled
- ⅓ cup fresh parsley chopped
Dijon Vinaigrette
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp red wine vinegar
- ¼ tsp kosher salt
- ⅛ tsp black pepper
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Instructions
Asparagus Salad
- Blanch the asparagus by boiling for 2-3 minutes and moving them into an ice bath.
- Plate the asparagus with cherry tomatoes and radishes. Top with almonds and add the dressing.
- Top with feta and parsley and serve.
Dijon Vinaigrette
- Place the olive oil, dijon mustard, red wine vinegar, kosher salt and black pepper in a jar. Shake well for a minute or two.
Notes
- Asparagus Salad Tips:
- Selecting Asparagus: Choose firm, bright green asparagus spears with tightly closed tips for the freshest taste.
- Prepping Asparagus: To remove tough ends, gently bend each spear near the bottom – it will naturally snap where it becomes tender.
- Enhancing Flavor: Try roasting the asparagus briefly in the oven with a drizzle of olive oil before adding it to the salad for an extra depth of flavor.
- Adding Texture: Toast sliced almonds in a dry skillet over medium heat until golden brown before sprinkling them over the salad for a delightful crunch.
- Customizing Ingredients: Feel free to customize the salad with your favorite ingredients, such as adding avocado slices or grilled chicken for extra protein.
- Dressing Tips:
- Balancing Flavors: Taste your dressing as you go and adjust the ratios of olive oil, Dijon mustard, and vinegar to achieve the perfect balance of acidity and creaminess.
- Storing the Dressing: Make extra dressing and store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week. Just give it a good shake before using it again.
- Customizing Seasonings: Feel free to customize the dressing with additional herbs or spices, such as minced garlic, honey, or lemon juice, to suit your taste preferences.
- Dressing the Salad: Add the dressing to the salad just before serving to prevent the ingredients from becoming soggy. Start with a small amount and add more as needed, tossing gently to coat everything evenly.
- Selecting Asparagus: Choose firm, bright green asparagus spears with tightly closed tips for the freshest taste.
- Prepping Asparagus: To remove tough ends, gently bend each spear near the bottom – it will naturally snap where it becomes tender.
- Enhancing Flavor: Try roasting the asparagus briefly in the oven with a drizzle of olive oil before adding it to the salad for an extra depth of flavor.
- Adding Texture: Toast sliced almonds in a dry skillet over medium heat until golden brown before sprinkling them over the salad for a delightful crunch.
- Customizing Ingredients: Feel free to customize the salad with your favorite ingredients, such as adding avocado slices or grilled chicken for extra protein.
- Serve Immediately: Assemble the salad just before serving to ensure that the ingredients stay fresh and crisp. This ensures that the salad looks and tastes its best when served.
Balancing Flavors: Taste your dressing as you go and adjust the ratios of olive oil, Dijon mustard, and vinegar to achieve the perfect balance of acidity and creaminess.
Emulsifying the Dressing: I add all the ingredients into a jar and shake vigorously for about 1-2 minutes. Another way is to slowly drizzle the olive oil into the other ingredients while whisking vigorously to ensure a smooth and creamy emulsion.
Storing the Dressing: Make extra dressing and store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week. Just give it a good shake before using it again.
Customizing Seasonings: Feel free to customize the dressing with additional herbs or spices, such as minced garlic, honey, or lemon juice, to suit your taste preferences.
Dressing the Salad: Add the dressing to the salad just before serving to prevent the ingredients from becoming soggy. Start with a small amount and add more as needed, tossing gently to coat everything evenly.
- Balancing Flavors: Taste your dressing as you go and adjust the ratios of olive oil, Dijon mustard, and vinegar to achieve the perfect balance of acidity and creaminess.
- Emulsifying the Dressing: I add all the ingredients into a jar and shake vigorously for about 1-2 minutes. Another way is to slowly drizzle the olive oil into the other ingredients while whisking vigorously to ensure a smooth and creamy emulsion.
- Storing the Dressing: Make extra dressing and store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week. Just give it a good shake before using it again.
- Customizing Seasonings: Feel free to customize the dressing with additional herbs or spices, such as minced garlic, honey, or lemon juice, to suit your taste preferences.
- Dressing the Salad: Add the dressing to the salad just before serving to prevent the ingredients from becoming soggy. Start with a small amount and add more as needed, tossing gently to coat everything evenly.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
195kcal
(10%)
Carbohydrates
9g
(3%)
Protein
7g
(14%)
Fat
16g
(25%)
Saturated Fat
3g
(15%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
2g
Monounsaturated Fat
9g
Trans Fat
0.003g
Cholesterol
11mg
(4%)
Sodium
313mg
(13%)
Potassium
443mg
(13%)
Fiber
4g
(16%)
Sugar
4g
(8%)
Vitamin A
1515IU
(30%)
Vitamin C
22mg
(24%)
Calcium
133mg
(13%)
Iron
4mg
(22%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 195 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 195kcal | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | 9g | 3% |
| Protein | 7g | 14% |
| Fat | 16g | 25% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 9g | 45% |
| Trans Fat | 0.003g | 0% |
| Cholesterol | 11mg | 4% |
| Sodium | 313mg | 13% |
| Potassium | 443mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 1515IU | 30% |
| Vitamin C | 22mg | 24% |
| Calcium | 133mg | 13% |
| Iron | 4mg | 22% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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24 reviews
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