Soy-Free Fresh Asparagus Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette
Brighten up your table with this vibrant Soy-Free Fresh Asparagus Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette—a refreshing, gluten-free dish perfect for spring and summer! Tender asparagus is blanched to perfection, bringing out its natural sweetness and paired with crisp cucumber, juicy cherry tomatoes, and a hint of sharpness from red onion. Tossed in a zesty lemon vinaigrette made with olive oil, Dijon mustard, and a touch of honey, this salad is as flavorful as it is wholesome. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s an ideal side for weeknight dinners, picnics, or potlucks. Garnished with fresh parsley for a pop of color and herby finish, this easy asparagus salad is a must-try for anyone seeking a light, soy-free, and nutrient-packed option.
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Ingredients
- 1 lb fresh asparagus
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1 medium cucumber
- 0.5 red onion
- 3 tbsp lemon juice
- 4 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp honey
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley
Directions
Step 1
Trim the woody ends from the asparagus and cut the stalks into 1-inch pieces.
Step 2
Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and prepare a bowl of ice water.
Step 3
Blanch the asparagus pieces in the boiling water for 2-3 minutes until just tender and bright green.
Step 4
Immediately transfer the asparagus to the ice water to stop the cooking. After a couple of minutes, drain and set aside.
Step 5
Halve the cherry tomatoes, dice the cucumber, and thinly slice the red onion.
Step 6
In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper to make the vinaigrette.
Step 7
In a large bowl, combine the drained asparagus, tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion.
Step 8
Drizzle the lemon vinaigrette over the vegetable mixture and toss well to coat.
Step 9
Chop the fresh parsley and sprinkle over the salad as a garnish.
Step 10
Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 hours before serving.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1006.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 730.1 |
| Total Fat 58.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 8.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 5.4g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1327.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 47.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 14.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 24.0g | |
| Protein 14.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 193.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 12.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1802.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories