Description
Grilled Asparagus Salad with Feta & Lemon is a flavorful side dish that features garlicky, tender asparagus with a slight char, tossed with crumbled feta and a tangy lemon vinaigrette. It’s a perfect addition to any grilling season meal!
Ingredients
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- 2 bunches of asparagus
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 cup feta, crumbled
- Lemon zest, optional
Instructions
- Snap the ends off your asparagus stalks and add them to a large bowl or tray. Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper, and toss until the asparagus are fully coated.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat (or heat a grill pan over medium-high heat). Rub olive oil over the grates to prevent the asparagus from sticking.
- Place the asparagus on the grill perpendicular to the grates and cook for 3-5 minutes or until tender (do not flip the asparagus!). Once done, remove from the grill and set aside to cool slightly.
- While the asparagus cools, whisk together lemon juice and the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a small bowl to make the vinaigrette.
- Once the asparagus has cooled enough to handle, cut it into thirds and add it to a large bowl. Add crumbled feta and drizzle with the lemon vinaigrette. Toss until fully coated and serve immediately, garnished with lemon zest if desired.
Notes
- For a more intense flavor, add extra lemon zest as a garnish.
- If you prefer a bit of heat, sprinkle some red pepper flakes over the salad before serving.
- This salad is best served fresh but can be stored in the fridge for up to 2 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg