Description
Spring Salad Recipe ideas with easy, healthy, and creative variations—discover the best spring salads for your table today.
Ingredients
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1 bunch asparagus, tender parts, cut into 1-inch pieces
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½ cup frozen peas, thawed
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2 cups mixed salad greens
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2 radishes, thinly sliced
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½ cup crumbled feta cheese
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½ avocado, pitted and diced
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¼ cup chopped toasted pistachios
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½ cup roasted chickpeas
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Fresh herbs such as basil, mint, or chives
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Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
For the Dressing:
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¼ cup fresh basil leaves or a mix of basil and mint
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1 small garlic clove
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1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
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½ teaspoon lemon zest
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2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus extra if needed
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¼ teaspoon sea salt
Instructions
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Fill a large pot with water and bring it to a boil. Prepare a bowl of ice water nearby. Blanch the asparagus in the boiling water for 1 minute until tender but still bright green. Transfer immediately to the ice water for 1 minute, then drain and pat dry. Place the asparagus in a bowl with the peas.
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For the dressing, combine basil, garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, olive oil, and salt in a food processor. Pulse until smooth. Adjust the seasoning with additional oil if desired.
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Pour half of the dressing over the asparagus and peas. Toss to coat evenly and season with salt and pepper.
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To assemble, arrange the salad greens on a serving platter. Layer the asparagus and peas mixture on top, followed by radishes, feta, avocado, pistachios, chickpeas, and fresh herbs.
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Drizzle the remaining dressing over the salad, add extra salt and pepper to taste, and serve.