Green Salad with Asparagus and Peas
Brighten up your table with this vibrant Green Salad with Asparagus and Peas, a refreshing medley of crisp textures and zesty flavors perfect for spring and summer gatherings. Featuring tender-crisp blanched asparagus, sweet fresh peas, and crunchy radishes tossed with mixed greens and aromatic mint, this salad is a celebration of seasonal produce. A tangy homemade dressing made with fresh lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and a touch of honey ties it all together, creating a harmonious balance of flavors. Ready in just 20 minutes, this nutrient-packed dish is as quick to prepare as it is delicious, making it an ideal choice for a light lunch, side dish, or a stunning centerpiece for your next outdoor picnic or dinner party.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams Asparagus spears
- 150 grams Fresh peas (shelled)
- 150 grams Mixed salad greens
- 4 whole Radishes
- 10 grams Fresh mint leaves
- 3 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 4 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Fill a medium pot with water and bring it to a boil. Prepare an ice bath by filling a large bowl with ice water.
Trim the woody ends of the asparagus and cut the spears into 2-inch pieces.
Blanch the asparagus by adding it to the boiling water for 2-3 minutes, or until bright green and tender-crisp. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the asparagus to the ice bath to cool. Drain and set aside.
In the same boiling water, blanch the peas for 2 minutes, then transfer them to the ice bath. Drain and set aside.
Slice the radishes thinly using a sharp knife or mandoline.
In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed greens, blanched asparagus, peas, sliced radishes, and mint leaves.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all the ingredients evenly.
Serve immediately and enjoy this fresh and crunchy green salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
749 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 58.3 g | 75% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.9 g | 44% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1762 mg | 77% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 46.5 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.8 g | 56% | |
| Total Sugars | 22.2 g | ||
| Protein | 16.2 g | 32% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 189 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 9.4 mg | 52% | |
| Potassium | 1378 mg | 29% | |
*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.
