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Asparagus Salad with Lemon and Feta

This asparagus salad features tender asparagus spears combined with red onion and parsley tossed in a lemon feta dressing. 

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
12 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 175 kcal
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs fresh asparagus spears washed with ends trimmed
  • 1 cup chopped red onion
  • ¼ cup crumbled feta
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
Lemon Feta Dressing
  • Juice from ½ lemon
  • 1 Tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 3 Tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 Tablespoons crumbled Feta cheese
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
  • ½ teaspoon ground pepper
  • ½ teaspoon sea salt

Instructions

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  1. Chop trimmed asparagus spears into thirds, on the diagonal.
  2. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. While water is coming to a boil, prepare an ice bath by filling a large bowl with water and lots of ice.
  3. Blanch asparagus: add spears to boiling water and let cook for 1-2 minutes. Use a slotted spoon or tongs to remove from the boiling water and transfer spears immediately into the ice bath. Let the asparagus chill in the ice water for a few minutes then remove with the slotted spoon or tongs. Transfer asparagus to a large plate lined with a clean kitchen towel to dry.
  4. In the meantime, prepare the rest of the salad by whisking together the dressing ingredients: lemon juice, dijon mustard, olive oil, feta, garlic, honey, pepper and sea salt.
  5. Grab a large bowl and gently toss together blanched asparagus spears, red onion, parsley and dressing. Serve salad with ¼ cup feta on top.

Notes

  • balsamic vinaigrette
  • red wine vinaigrette
  • honey mustard dressing
  • Storage: Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. The flavors continue to develop, but the asparagus may soften slightly over time.
  • Swap the dressing: This salad is amazing with the lemon feta dressing, but you could also try balsamic vinaigrette, red wine vinaigrette, or even a light honey mustard dressing.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1/4 of recipe Calories 175kcal (9%) Carbohydrates 13g (4%) Protein 5g (10%) Fat 12g (18%) Fiber 5g (20%) Sugar 6g (12%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 175

% Daily Value*

Serving 1/4 of recipe
Calories 175kcal 9%
Carbohydrates 13g 4%
Protein 5g 10%
Fat 12g 18%
Fiber 5g 20%
Sugar 6g 12%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.