Asparagus Vinaigrette Salad
Asparagus Vinaigrette Salad is a vibrant, refreshing dish that showcases tender asparagus spears, drizzled with a tangy vinaigrette and topped with juicy cherry tomatoes and optional feta cheese. This easy-to-make salad is perfect for summer barbecues, light lunches, or as a colorful side at dinner parties. With its explosion of flavors and appealing presentation, this salad is sure to impress your guests and elevate any meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Side
- Method: Blanching
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh asparagus
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the asparagus by washing it under cold water and snapping off the woody ends.
- Blanch the asparagus in boiling salted water for 2-3 minutes until bright green; immediately transfer to an ice bath.
- Make the vinaigrette by whisking together olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and pepper in a bowl until emulsified.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the blanched asparagus with halved cherry tomatoes. Drizzle with vinaigrette and gently toss to coat.
- Serve on a platter or individual plates, topping with crumbled feta if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 6mg
Keywords: Feel free to customize by adding toasted nuts or swapping asparagus for green beans. For a vegan option, omit feta or use plant-based alternatives.