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Asparagus Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette

A refreshing salad featuring crisp asparagus and a tangy lemon vinaigrette, perfect for any meal, especially in spring and summer.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Healthy
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 bunch fresh asparagus Choose bright green, firm asparagus for the best flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice Adjust to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard Can substitute with yellow mustard or skip for a milder flavor.
  • Salt and pepper To taste.
Optional Garnishes
  • cherry tomatoes Optional for garnish.
  • feta cheese Optional for garnish.
  • nuts Optional for garnish.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Trim the tough ends off the asparagus.
  2. Blanch the asparagus in boiling water for 2-3 minutes until they turn bright green.
  3. Remove the asparagus from the boiling water and immediately transfer them to an ice bath to stop the cooking process.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
Assembly
  1. Drain the asparagus and place them in a serving bowl.
  2. Drizzle the lemon vinaigrette over the asparagus and toss gently to coat them well.
  3. Garnish with cherry tomatoes, feta cheese, or nuts if desired.
  4. Serve the salad chilled or at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 200mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2g

Notes

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 2-3 days. Keep the dressing separate if desired for best texture. Feel free to customize with your favorite toppings.

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