Ingredients and Weight:
- 1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed
- 1 pound vine-ripened tomatoes, diced
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
10 minutes (for asparagus blanching)
Difficulty Level:
2 (Easy)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add asparagus and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until tender-crisp. Immediately transfer to an ice bath to stop the cooking process.
- In a large bowl, combine tomatoes, feta cheese, red onion, and parsley.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Pour dressing over the tomato mixture and toss to combine.
- Remove asparagus from ice bath and pat dry. Cut into 1-inch pieces and add to the tomato mixture.
- Gently toss to combine. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 150 per serving
- Fat: 10 grams
- Carbohydrates: 15 grams
- Protein: 10 grams
Dish Characteristics:
- Refreshing and flavorful
- Perfect for summer gatherings or light lunches
- Rich in vitamins and minerals from asparagus and tomatoes
- Balanced flavors of tangy tomatoes, salty feta, and crisp asparagus
User Comments:
- "This salad was such a hit at my dinner party! It's so light and delicious."
- "The combination of asparagus, tomatoes, and feta is simply divine."
- "I love how easy this salad is to make. It's a great way to use up fresh vegetables."
- "The dressing is the perfect complement to the salad. It's tangy and flavorful."
- "This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- For best flavor, use ripe and juicy tomatoes.
- If you don't have red wine vinegar, you can substitute white wine vinegar or balsamic vinegar.
- To make the salad ahead of time, prepare the dressing and salad components separately and assemble just before serving.
