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Blanched Asparagus Salad with Feta

Made by Anastasia Papapetros - Serves 4 Filed Under: Low Carb Salads, Salad Index, Salad Recipes By Ingredient, Salads by Diet, Salads Recipes By Type, Salads with Cheese, Spring Salads, Vegetable Salad, Vegetarian Salads

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This Blanched Asparagus Salad with Feta is light and refreshing, a perfect salad for springtime dinners and entertaining!

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A Close-Up of Blanched Asparagus and Feta Salad.

When it comes to creating a light and vibrant side our blanched asparagus salad recipe paired with creamy feta and crisp salad greens is a winning combination.

This cold asparagus salad is perfect as a nutritious light lunch option or as a delicious side dish for a summer gathering - it is sure to impress.

Looking for some more Asparagus Salad inspiration? Why not give our Oven Roasted Asparagus Salad with aromatic tarragon a try or our healthy Grilled Asparagus and Kale Salad?

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  1. You Will Need
  2. Step-by-Step Instructions
  3.  Serving Suggestions 🍽
  4. Tips and Questions
  5. More Asparagus Salad Recipes...
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You Will Need

Labelled ingredients needed to make blanched asparagus salad with feta.
Consider Adding - some cherry tomatoes for some sweetness or a pop of colour, or some kalamata olives. Or some lemon zest for a lemony hit and some Dijon mustard in the dressing. 

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1 - Blanch Asparagus

Blanching asparagus is a simple yet crucial step to achieve the perfect texture and vibrant green colour while retaining its nutrients. Follow these step-by-step instructions to blanch asparagus:

Before preparing your asparagus, put your water on to boil. I use a deep frying pan so that the asparagus fits in easily.

Remove the woody ends from your asparagus spears by gently bending the end of one spear until it snaps naturally. Then, use it as a guide to cut the remaining stalks.

BENDING ASPARAGUS TO CUT OFF WOODY STALKS 2
LINING UP YOUR ASPARAGUS FOR CUTTING

Once your asparagus has been prepared, add some salt to your boiling water (this helps the asparagus to retain its bright green colour), then add your asparagus.

Blanch until tender, approximately 3-4 minutes or until it is bright green and fragrant. You want your asparagus to be cooked until it is al dente, just like your pasta.

Strain in a colander in the sink and immediately run cold water on top to stop the cooking process. OR you can plunge your asparagus in an ice bath.

BLANCHING ASPARAGUS IN A DEEP FRYPAN
REFRESHING BLANCHED ASPARAGUS UNDER COLD RUNNING WATER IN COLANDER IN A SINK

Step 2 - Prepare Your Greens

Rinse your mixed leaves in a colander under cold running water, and remove any wilted, yellowed or damaged leaves.

Rinse your mixed leaves in a colander under cold running water, and remove any wilted, yellowed or damaged leaves.

Washing salad leaves in a colander under water in the sink.
Salad leaves being spun dry in a salad spinner.

Step 3 - Shake Up Your Dressing

Place all your vinaigrette ingredients in a glass jar add some salt and pepper to season then shake until emulsified (well combined). 

We have added the optional garlic but it is up to you if you would like to include it. A teaspoon of Dijon mustard also works really well here, I just didn't have any left. (Don't you hate it when people put empty jars back in the fridge!)

Lemon garlic vinaigrette ingredients in a glass jar with ingredients scattered around.
Shaken lemon garlic vinaigrette in a glass jar with ingredients scattered around.

Step 4 - Assemble Your Salad

Place your salad leaves on the bottom of a salad platter or shallow bowl, add the cooled asparagus and the crumbled feta, season with salt and pepper and toss gently to combine.

Arrange in a salad bowl, then serve.

INGREDIENTS FOR BLANCHED ASPARAGUS SALAD IN A BOWL
MIXING THE BLANCHED ASPARAGUS SALAD

 Serving Suggestions 🍽

The earthy taste of blanched asparagus marries well with the saltiness of the feta while the tangy lemon dressing makes it perfect to serve with barbecued meats, or oily fish such as salmon or sardines. We served ours with rosemary chicken fillets.

Blanched asparagus with feta salad in a pale pink bowl with salad greens and asparagus on the side.

Tips and Questions

How Long Should I Blanch the Asparagus?

The blanching time may vary depending on the thickness of the asparagus spears. Generally, blanching for 2 to 3 minutes is sufficient. Thinner spears may need less time, while thicker ones may require a minute or two more.

Can I Blanch Asparagus Ahead of Time?

Yes, you can blanch the asparagus ahead of time. After blanching, immediately transfer the asparagus to an ice water bath to stop the cooking process. Once chilled, drain and pat dry the asparagus before storing it in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It can stay fresh for up to 2-3 days.

Can I Make This Asparagus Salad Recipe Ahead?

  • You can blanch your asparagus, make your vinaigrette and crumble your feta the day before and store them separately and covered in your fridge.
  • Also, washing your salad leaves is ok but just make sure that they are completely dry before storing them to prevent them from spoiling and collecting bacteria.
  • The leaves in this salad prevent you from storing it for more than a day in your fridge as the greens will become limp.

Dietary Information

Another low-carb, gluten-free recipe is great for keto and some vegetarian diets. If you make your own vegan feta it would also be good for vegan and paleo dieters.

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Blanched asparagus with feta salad in a pale pink bowl with salad greens and asparagus on the side.

Blanched Asparagus Salad with Feta

This Blanched Asparagus Salad with Feta is light and refreshing, a perfect salad for springtime dinners and entertaining!
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Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes minutes
* Times are an estimate and will depend on your skill level
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Greek
Keyword: Easy, feta, grilled asparagus, spring salad
Difficulty: Easy
Diet: Gluten free, Keto, Low Carb
Servings: 4 as side
Calories: 180kcal
Author: Anastasia Papapetros
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Ingredients
For the salad…
  • 2 bunches asparagus (approximately 450 grams or 16 ounces)
  • 4 cups mixed salad leaves, tightly packed (approximately 120 grams or 4.2 ounces)
  • ⅓ cup feta cheese, crumbled (approximately 50 grams or 1.8 ounces)
  • Sea salt and cracked black pepper
For the vinaigrette…
  • ¼ cup olive oil, extra virgin
  • 2-3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 clove garlic, minced (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon Mustard (optional)
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Instructions
  • Wash and trim your asparagus then blanch for approximately 3 minutes until bright green then refresh under cold water.
    2 bunches asparagus
  • Rinse your mixed leaves and either pat dry or spin in a salad spinner.
    4 cups mixed salad leaves, tightly packed
  • Put all your vinaigrette ingredients in a glass jar and shake until emulsified.
    ¼ cup olive oil, extra virgin, 2-3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, 1 clove garlic, minced, 1 teaspoon Dijon Mustard
  • Place the mixed leaves, asparagus and feta in a large mixing bowl, pour over the dressing, season then toss until combined.
  • Arrange in a salad bowl and serve.
Nutrition information is calculated using an ingredient database and should be considered an estimate.
Calories: 180kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 11mg | Sodium: 149mg | Potassium: 270mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 1187IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 92mg | Iron: 3mg
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