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Asparagus and Pea Salad with Feta, Mint, and Lemon Recipe

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A fresh and vibrant asparagus salad featuring tender asparagus coins and sweet peas sauteed with shallots, tossed with fragrant fresh herbs, tangy lemon, and creamy feta cheese. Perfect as a light side dish or starter, this salad can be served warm or at room temperature and comes together in just 20 minutes.

  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

Vegetables

  • 1 large bunch asparagus, rinsed
  • 1 cup peas, fresh or frozen and thawed
  • 1 shallot, minced

Produce & Herbs

  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons chopped fresh mint leaves
  • 3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 Lemon, zested and juiced

Seasonings & Dairy

  • 1/2 teaspoon Kosher salt, or to taste (I use Diamond Crystal)
  • 24 turns fresh-ground black pepper
  • 3 ounces fresh feta, crumbled (about 1/2 cup)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the asparagus: Trim off the tough, dry bottoms of the asparagus and discard them. Chop the remaining asparagus into 1/2-inch thick coins while leaving the tips fully intact. For a nicer appearance, slice the asparagus on an angle.
  2. Sauté vegetables: Heat the olive oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped asparagus, peas (fresh or thawed), minced shallot, kosher salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring often, until the asparagus turns bright green and is tender but still al dente. Remove the skillet from heat and transfer the contents to a mixing bowl.
  3. Add herbs and lemon: To the warm vegetable mixture, add half of the chopped fresh mint, half of the parsley, half of the crumbled feta, half of the lemon zest, and squeeze all the juice from the lemon. Toss everything together thoroughly. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  4. Serve and garnish: Transfer the salad into a serving dish or a shallow bowl. Garnish the top with the remaining mint, parsley, feta, and lemon zest. This salad can be enjoyed warm or at room temperature.

Notes

  • Cutting asparagus on an angle enhances presentation.
  • The salad can be served warm or at room temperature, making it versatile for any season.
  • Fresh or thawed frozen peas both work well in this recipe.
  • Adjust salt and pepper to taste, keeping in mind feta can be salty.
  • Use fresh lemon juice and zest for the best bright flavor.
  • Author: Olivia
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Find it online: https://yourdailycook.com/asparagus-and-pea-salad-with-feta-mint-and-lemon-recipe/