Barb's Asparagus Salad

Brighten up your table with Barb’s Asparagus Salad—a vibrant medley of garden-fresh flavors and textures that's perfect for any occasion. Featuring tender, crisp asparagus blanched to perfection, mixed baby greens, juicy cherry tomatoes, and thinly sliced red onion, this salad is elevated with the creamy tang of feta cheese and the subtle crunch of sliced almonds. A zesty homemade vinaigrette made with olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and a touch of honey ties everything together, creating a dish that's as satisfying as it is healthy. Ready in under 20 minutes, this easy-to-make asparagus salad is a showstopping side dish or light main that's bursting with freshness and packed with nutrients. Perfect for spring gatherings, summer barbecues, or a quick weeknight dinner!

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound asparagus
• 4 cups mixed baby greens
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes
• 0.5 medium red onion
• 0.5 cup feta cheese
• 0.25 cup sliced almonds
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.

Step 2

Trim the tough ends off the asparagus and cut into 2-inch pieces.

Step 3

Blanch the asparagus in the boiling water for 2-3 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp.

Step 4

Drain the asparagus and immediately transfer to an ice bath to stop the cooking process. Let cool, then drain and pat dry.

Step 5

In a large mixing bowl, combine the mixed baby greens, cherry tomatoes (halved), and thinly sliced red onion.

Step 6

Add the blanched asparagus to the bowl and gently toss to combine.

Step 7

In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and black pepper until emulsified.

Step 8

Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad and toss to evenly coat all the ingredients.

Step 9

Sprinkle feta cheese and sliced almonds over the top as garnish.

Step 10

Serve immediately, or chill in the refrigerator for up to 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1090.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1005.8

Total Fat 78.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 17.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.7g
Cholesterol 66.8mg	0%
Sodium 2252.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 56.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.5g	0%
Total Sugars 24.1g
Protein 35.0g	0%

Vitamin D 12IU	0%
Calcium 778.7mg	0%
Iron 16.5mg	0%
Potassium 2513.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 65.8%

Protein: 13.0%

Carbs: 21.1%