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Asparagus And Feta Salad

A refreshing salad featuring tender asparagus, creamy feta cheese, and a zesty lemon dressing, perfect for a light meal or side dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 220
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 bunch asparagus trimmed
  • 4 cups mixed salad greens such as arugula and spinach
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
For the Dressing
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1 pinch black pepper
For the Topping
  • 1 cup feta cheese crumbled
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped

Method
 

Prepare the Asparagus
  1. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil.
  2. Blanch the asparagus for 2-3 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp.
  3. Immediately transfer the asparagus to an ice bath to stop the cooking process.
  4. Drain and pat dry.
Make the Dressing
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until emulsified.
Assemble the Salad
  1. In a large bowl, combine the mixed salad greens, halved cherry tomatoes, and blanched asparagus.
  2. Drizzle with the dressing and toss gently to combine.
  3. Top with crumbled feta cheese and sprinkle with chopped parsley.
Serve
  1. Divide the salad into serving bowls and enjoy immediately for the best flavor.

Nutrition

Calories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 7gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 350mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3g

Notes

For a heartier salad, consider adding grilled chicken or chickpeas. Adjust the lemon juice and honey to taste for a more tangy or sweet dressing.

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