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A Simple Spring Salad

A Simple Spring Salad That Bursts with Fresh Flavor

A Simple Spring Salad featuring seasonal ingredients like spring mix, asparagus, and snap peas, drizzled with a lemon tarragon vinaigrette.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 4 cups spring mix lettuce Substitute with baby spinach if desired.
  • 1 cup snap peas Ensure they are stringless.
  • 1 cup fresh asparagus Use thin spears, chopped diagonally.
  • 0.5 medium red onion Diced; shallots can be a sweeter substitute.
For the Topping
  • 1 cup feta cheese Goat cheese can be an alternative.
For the Vinaigrette
  • 1 medium lemon Grated zest and juice.
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard Omit for a simpler dressing if desired.
  • 1 tablespoon honey Adjust sweetness to taste.
  • 1 tablespoon fresh or dried tarragon Substitute with thyme if needed.
  • 0.25 cup olive oil Can be replaced with canola oil.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Salad Spinner
  • Small jar

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for A Simple Spring Salad
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine spring mix lettuce, snap peas, and asparagus. Use a salad spinner to dry the greens thoroughly.
  2. Dice the red onion and scatter it over the salad. Crumble feta cheese on top, then gently toss.
  3. In a small jar, combine lemon zest and juice, Dijon mustard, honey, tarragon, and olive oil. Shake until emulsified.
  4. Drizzle vinaigrette over the salad and gently toss until all ingredients are coated.
  5. Transfer salad to serving plates immediately for best freshness. Serve right away.

Nutrition

Serving: 1salad servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 8gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 40IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. Keep dressing separate for best results.

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