Spinach Asparagus Salad with Strawberry Dressing
Brighten up your table with this refreshing Spinach Asparagus Salad with Strawberry Dressing—a vibrant, nutrient-packed dish that’s as beautiful as it is delicious! Featuring tender asparagus blanched to perfection, crisp spinach leaves, and juicy strawberries, this salad delivers a medley of textures and flavors in every bite. The real star, however, is the homemade strawberry vinaigrette, blending sweet berries, tangy balsamic vinegar, and a hint of honey for a dressing that’s both creamy and irresistibly fresh. Topped with crunchy slivered almonds and optional creamy feta cheese, this salad is an ideal choice for a light lunch, a side dish for spring gatherings, or a wholesome addition to any meal. Ready in just 25 minutes and packed with antioxidants and vitamins, this recipe is perfect for anyone seeking a healthy yet indulgent culinary experience.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups Fresh spinach leaves
- 1 bunch Asparagus
- 1.5 cups Strawberries
- 3 tablespoons Extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 0.5 cups Slivered almonds
- 0.25 cups Feta cheese (optional)
Instructions
1. Prepare the asparagus: Trim the tough ends of the asparagus and blanch the stalks by boiling them in a pot of salted water for 2-3 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp. Immediately transfer the asparagus to an ice bath to stop the cooking process. Once cool, pat them dry and cut into 2-inch pieces.
2. Rinse and dry the spinach leaves thoroughly. Place them in a large salad bowl.
3. Prepare the strawberry dressing: In a blender or food processor, combine 1 cup of strawberries, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy. Adjust the seasoning to taste. Set aside.
4. Slice the remaining 0.5 cups of strawberries thinly and add them to the salad bowl along with the spinach.
5. Add the blanched asparagus to the salad bowl along with slivered almonds and feta cheese, if using.
6. Drizzle the strawberry dressing over the salad just before serving. Toss gently to combine.
7. Serve immediately and enjoy your fresh and flavorful salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1189 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 89.1 g | 114% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.1 g | 86% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 53 mg | 18% | |
| Sodium | 2107 mg | 92% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 76.8 g | 28% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.5 g | 80% | |
| Total Sugars | 45.4 g | ||
| Protein | 37.0 g | 74% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 703 mg | 54% | |
| Iron | 16.1 mg | 89% | |
| Potassium | 2308 mg | 49% | |
*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.
