Low Carb Fresh Asparagus Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette
Bright, zesty, and wonderfully fresh, this Low Carb Fresh Asparagus Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette is the perfect addition to your healthy eating lineup. Featuring tender-crisp asparagus, juicy cherry tomatoes, and the delicate bite of red onion, this dish is elevated with a tangy homemade lemon vinaigrette made with fresh lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and a hint of garlic. Naturally low in carbs and packed with vibrant flavors, this salad is a quick 15-minute recipe that’s ideal as a light side dish or a refreshing main on a warm day. Whether you're meal prepping or serving it at a gathering, this salad is sure to impress and is completely guilt-free. Perfect for those following a keto or gluten-free diet, it’s a great way to enjoy seasonal produce at its best.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams asparagus
- 200 grams cherry tomatoes
- 0.5 medium red onion
- 30 grams fresh parsley
- 1 large lemon
- 60 milliliters olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
- 1 clove garlic
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Wash the asparagus under cold water and snap off the woody ends. Bring a pot of water to a boil and prepare an ice bath. Blanch the asparagus in boiling water for 2 minutes until bright green and slightly tender, then immediately transfer them to the ice bath to cool. Once cooled, drain and pat them dry with a kitchen towel. Cut the asparagus into 1.5-inch pieces.
Halve the cherry tomatoes and finely slice the red onion. Roughly chop the fresh parsley.
In a small bowl, prepare the lemon vinaigrette by zesting and juicing the lemon. Combine the lemon zest, lemon juice, olive oil, dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until emulsified and smooth.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the asparagus, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and parsley. Drizzle the lemon vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
Let the salad sit for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together, then serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve. Stir before serving to redistribute the vinaigrette.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
722 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 59.4 g | 76% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.1 g | 45% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1341 mg | 58% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 42.8 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.1 g | 61% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.5 g | ||
| Protein | 15.4 g | 31% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 228 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 13.9 mg | 77% | |
| Potassium | 1944 mg | 41% | |
*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.
