Soy-Free Fresh Asparagus Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette
Bright, crisp, and irresistibly refreshing, this Soy-Free Fresh Asparagus Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette is perfect for showcasing seasonal produce at its peak. Tender blanched asparagus, juicy cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumber, and vibrant red onion are tossed in a zesty homemade vinaigrette made with tangy lemon juice, rich olive oil, Dijon mustard, and a hint of honey for natural sweetness. Topped with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, this quick, 20-minute salad is a light yet satisfying dish that’s ideal for springtime gatherings, picnics, or as a healthy side for any meal. Gluten-free and soy-free, this recipe caters to a wide range of dietary needs while delivering on both flavor and freshness.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb fresh asparagus
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1 medium cucumber
- 0.5 red onion
- 3 tbsp lemon juice
- 4 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp honey
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley
Instructions
Trim the woody ends from the asparagus and cut the stalks into 1-inch pieces.
Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and prepare a bowl of ice water.
Blanch the asparagus pieces in the boiling water for 2-3 minutes until just tender and bright green.
Immediately transfer the asparagus to the ice water to stop the cooking. After a couple of minutes, drain and set aside.
Halve the cherry tomatoes, dice the cucumber, and thinly slice the red onion.
In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper to make the vinaigrette.
In a large bowl, combine the drained asparagus, tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion.
Drizzle the lemon vinaigrette over the vegetable mixture and toss well to coat.
Chop the fresh parsley and sprinkle over the salad as a garnish.
Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 hours before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
730 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 58.5 g | 75% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.8 g | 44% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1328 mg | 58% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 47.9 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.1 g | 50% | |
| Total Sugars | 24.0 g | ||
| Protein | 14.1 g | 28% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 194 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 12.0 mg | 67% | |
| Potassium | 1802 mg | 38% | |
*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.
