Easy Spring Salad Bliss: Refreshing Flavor in Every Bite

Easy Spring Salad Bliss brings together fresh spring vegetables for a delightful and quick dish.

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 3

Total Time 23

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Salads

Cuisine: American

Calories: 200

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Salad Base

1 bunch Asparagus trim off woody ends before use
1 cup Snap Peas always trim before use
4 cups Mixed Greens any blend preferred

For the Toppings

1/4 cup Feta Cheese can substitute with goat cheese or blue cheese
1/4 cup Slivered Almonds toast for enhanced flavor, or substitute with walnuts or pecans

For the Dressing

1/4 cup Olive Oil use high-quality for best flavor
1 large Fresh Lemon Juice always opt for fresh
1 teaspoon Dijon Mustard optional but recommended
Salt to taste
Pepper to taste

Equipment

Large Pot
mixing bowl
Colander
salad bowl
whisk

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Prepare a large pot of salted water to a boil. Trim woody ends off the asparagus and tips of the snap peas. Blanch asparagus and snap peas for 2-3 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water.
In a mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until emulsified.
In a salad bowl, combine mixed greens with the blanched asparagus and snap peas. Drizzle dressing over and toss gently.
Crumble feta cheese over the salad and sprinkle toasted almonds on top. Toss gently before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 6gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best freshness, store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days, keeping dressing separate.

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