Description
A fresh, vibrant Chopped Asparagus Salad made with crisp vegetables and a light, zesty dressing, perfect for spring and summer meals.
Ingredients
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- 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed and chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup red onion, finely diced
- 1/2 cup cucumber, diced
- 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Bring a pot of water to a boil and blanch the chopped asparagus for 1-2 minutes until just tender but still crisp.
- Immediately transfer the asparagus to an ice bath to stop cooking, then drain well.
- In a large bowl, combine the asparagus, cherry tomatoes, red onion, cucumber, and feta cheese.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- Sprinkle with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh asparagus for the best texture and flavor.
- For a vegan version, omit the feta or use a plant-based alternative.
- Chill the salad for 30 minutes for even better flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg