Grilled Asparagus and Tomato Salad with Feta
Brighten up your table with this vibrant Grilled Asparagus and Tomato Salad with Feta—an irresistible combination of smoky grilled asparagus, juicy cherry tomatoes, and creamy crumbled feta, all tossed in a zesty homemade lemon-balsamic vinaigrette. This salad strikes the perfect balance between fresh and savory flavors, thanks to a hint of honey and Dijon mustard in the dressing. Quick to prepare in just 25 minutes, it's a healthy, colorful side dish or a satisfying light main course. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and a touch of garlic, this dish is ideal for summer barbecues, picnics, or weekday dinners. Keywords: grilled asparagus salad, tomato feta salad, healthy side dish, summer salad recipe.
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Ingredients
- 500 grams asparagus spears
- 250 grams cherry tomatoes
- 100 grams feta cheese, crumbled
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
Step 2
Trim the woody ends off the asparagus spears and toss them with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, 1 minced garlic clove, a pinch of salt, and black pepper in a large bowl.
Step 3
Place the asparagus spears on the grill and cook for 4-5 minutes, turning occasionally, until they're slightly charred and tender. Remove and let cool slightly.
Step 4
Halve the cherry tomatoes and place them in a large salad bowl.
Step 5
For the vinaigrette, whisk together the lemon juice, balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, 2 tablespoons of olive oil, 1 minced garlic clove, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper in a small bowl until emulsified.
Step 6
Cut the grilled asparagus spears into bite-sized pieces and add them to the bowl with the cherry tomatoes.
Step 7
Drizzle the vinaigrette over the vegetables and toss gently to combine.
Step 8
Top the salad with crumbled feta cheese and sprinkle fresh chopped parsley for garnish.
Step 9
Serve immediately as a side dish or light main course.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (967.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 845.1 |
| Total Fat 65.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 20.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g | |
| Cholesterol 83.3mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2374.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 44.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 15.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 23.1g | |
| Protein 28.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 656.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 13.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1831.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories