Chopped Asparagus Salad
Bright, fresh, and bursting with flavor, this Chopped Asparagus Salad is a vibrant addition to any meal. Tender blanched asparagus, juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumber, and tangy red onion come together in perfect harmony, all lightly tossed in a zesty lemon-Dijon vinaigrette. Crumbled feta cheese adds a creamy, savory touch, while a sprinkle of fresh parsley delivers a refreshing finish. Ready in just 15 minutes, this easy spring salad is ideal for a quick lunch, a light side dish, or a colorful make-ahead option for picnics and gatherings. Perfect for asparagus lovers, it's a delicious way to celebrate seasonal produce!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb asparagus
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1 medium cucumber
- 0.25 cup red onion
- 0.5 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp honey
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Trim the tough ends off the asparagus and cut the spears into 1-inch pieces.
Bring a medium pot of water to a boil and prepare a bowl of ice water. Blanch the asparagus by cooking it in boiling water for 2 minutes. Immediately transfer the asparagus to the ice water to cool and stop the cooking process. Drain and set aside.
Halve the cherry tomatoes, peel and dice the cucumber, and finely dice the red onion.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the blanched asparagus, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and crumbled feta cheese.
In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper to make the vinaigrette.
Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to combine.
Sprinkle with fresh parsley before serving. Taste and adjust seasonings if needed.
Serve immediately or refrigerate the salad for up to 2 hours before serving for a chilled option.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
904 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 70.3 g | 90% | |
| Saturated Fat | 23.6 g | 118% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 100 mg | 33% | |
| Sodium | 2589 mg | 113% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 47.9 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.5 g | 48% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.1 g | ||
| Protein | 30.3 g | 61% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 751 mg | 58% | |
| Iron | 12.6 mg | 70% | |
| Potassium | 1814 mg | 39% | |
*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.
