This asparagus salad is tender asparagus, tomatoes, olives, red onion and radishes, all tossed in a homemade dressing and topped with feta cheese. A unique and delicious springtime salad that is sure to get rave reviews!
3tablespoonsfresh parsleychopped, plus more for garnish
For the dressing
1/4cupolive oil
2tablespoonsred wine vinegar
1tablespoonlemon juice
1teaspoonDijon mustard
1/2teaspoonhoney
1/4teaspoongarlic powder
1/4teaspoononion powder
1/2teaspoondried oregano
salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
For the salad
Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add the asparagus and cook for 2-3 minutes until just tender and bright green.
Remove the asparagus from the pot and place it in a bowl of ice water to cool. Drain the stalks, place on a paper towel and pat dry.
Cut the asparagus stalks into 1 1/2 inch pieces.
Add the asparagus, tomatoes, onion, radishes, olives and parsley to a large bowl.
For the dressing
Place all the dressing ingredients in a small bowl and whisk to combine.
Pour the dressing over the vegetables and toss to coat. Sprinkle with feta cheese then serve, garnished with additional parsley if desired.
Notes
This salad can be prepared up to 4 hours before you plan to serve it. Store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator and add the feta cheese just before serving.