Black Bean Asparagus Salad

Bright, fresh, and loaded with flavor, this Black Bean Asparagus Salad is a vibrant side dish or light main that's perfect for any gathering. Featuring protein-packed black beans, tender blanched asparagus, juicy cherry tomatoes, and fragrant parsley, this salad is bursting with color and nutrients. A zesty lemon-garlic dressing ties the ingredients together, while optional crumbled feta adds a creamy, tangy finish. Ready in under 20 minutes, this salad is as easy to make as it is delicious. Ideal for picnics, potlucks, or meal prep, it can be served cold or at room temperature. This gluten-free, vegetarian-friendly recipe is a fresh, healthy addition to your table!

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Black beans (canned, rinsed, and drained)
• 1 bunch Asparagus
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes (halved)
• 1 small Red onion (finely chopped)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped)
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
• 1 clove Garlic (minced)
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.25 cup Feta cheese (optional, crumbled)

Directions

Step 1

Wash the asparagus and trim the woody ends.

Step 2

Cut the asparagus into 2-inch pieces.

Step 3

Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and blanch the asparagus for 2-3 minutes, just until tender and bright green.

Step 4

Drain the asparagus and immediately transfer it to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Once cooled, drain and pat dry.

Step 5

In a large mixing bowl, combine the black beans, cooled asparagus, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and parsley.

Step 6

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.

Step 7

Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.

Step 8

If desired, sprinkle crumbled feta cheese on top for added flavor.

Step 9

Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes before serving to let the flavors meld together.

Step 10

Serve cold or at room temperature and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(931.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	867.4

Total Fat 56.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 15.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.2g
Cholesterol 53.4mg	0%
Sodium 2311.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 64.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 24.4g	0%
Total Sugars 15.0g
Protein 33.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 518.9mg	0%
Iron 13.7mg	0%
Potassium 1872.8mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 56.6%

Protein: 14.7%

Carbs: 28.7%