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Greek Asparagus Salad

Zesty Greek Asparagus Salad for Fresh Spring Flavor

This Greek Asparagus Salad bursts with fresh flavors and a zesty dressing, making it a must-try spring dish.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Greek
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 bunch Asparagus thick spears for best crunch
  • 4 oz Feta Cheese can substitute with vegan version
  • 2 Tbsp Chives or other chopped herbs
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Olive Oil extra virgin for best flavor
  • 1 Tbsp Lemon Juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 tsp Dijon Mustard or regular mustard
  • 1 Shallot minced
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Herbs Dill, Parsley, or Mint

Equipment

  • Grill
  • Pot
  • Bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Start by rinsing the fresh asparagus and patting it dry. Trim the woody ends off each stalk.
  2. For grilling, preheat your grill to medium-high, or bring a pot of salted water to a boil for blanching.
  3. Cook asparagus: grill for 6-8 minutes or blanch for 2-3 minutes, then transfer to an ice bath.
  4. In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, minced shallot, salt, and pepper. Stir in fresh herbs.
  5. In a large bowl, add cooked asparagus, crumbled feta cheese, and chopped chives. Toss with the dressing.
  6. Serve immediately for the best flavor and texture.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 7gProtein: 5gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This salad is best enjoyed fresh. Store in an airtight container for up to 2 days in the fridge.

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