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Vibrant Spring Green Salad with Herb Dressing

A fresh and vibrant spring green salad featuring blanched asparagus, sweet peas, and a zingy herbed dressing that celebrates seasonal produce.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 3 minutes
Total Time 23 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Green Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 285

Ingredients
  

  • 1 bunch asparagus, tender parts, chopped into 1-inch pieces
  • ½ cup frozen peas, thawed
  • A few handfuls salad greens
  • 2 radishes, thinly sliced
  • ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
  • ½ avocado, pitted and diced
  • ¼ cup chopped toasted pistachios
  • ½ cup roasted chickpeas
  • to taste Fresh herbs, for garnish (basil, mint and/or chives)
  • to taste Sea salt and freshly ground pepper
  • ¼ cup fresh basil leaves, or a mix of basil and mint leaves
  • 1 small garlic clove
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • ½ teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more as desired
  • ¼ teaspoon sea salt

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Bowl for ice water
  • Food processor
  • Serving platter

Method
 

  1. Blanch asparagus in boiling salted water for 1 minute, then transfer to ice water. Drain, dry, and combine with thawed peas.
  2. Make the dressing by pulsing basil, garlic, lemon juice and zest, vinegar, olive oil, and salt in a food processor.
  3. Toss half the dressing with asparagus and peas, and season with salt and pepper.
  4. Layer salad greens on a platter, top with dressed asparagus mixture, radishes, feta, avocado, pistachios, and chickpeas.
  5. Garnish with fresh herbs, drizzle with remaining dressing, and season with salt and pepper before serving.

Notes

  • For best results, serve immediately after assembling.
  • Components can be prepared up to 24 hours in advance and stored separately.
  • For a heartier meal, add grilled chicken or shrimp.
  • Store any leftover salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.