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Spring Salad Recipe with Fresh Seasonal Ingredients

Spring Salad Recipe: The Ultimate Guide to Fresh and Flavorful Spring Salads

  • Author: Cindy
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Description

Spring Salad Recipe ideas with easy, healthy, and creative variations—discover the best spring salads for your table today.


Ingredients

  • 1 bunch asparagus, tender parts, cut into 1-inch pieces

  • ½ cup frozen peas, thawed

  • 2 cups mixed 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

  • Fresh herbs such as basil, mint, or chives

  • Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper

For the Dressing:

  1. ¼ cup fresh basil leaves or a mix of basil and mint

  2. 1 small garlic clove

  3. 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

  4. ½ teaspoon lemon zest

  5. 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus extra if needed

  6. ¼ teaspoon sea salt


Instructions

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Pour half of the dressing over the asparagus and peas. Toss to coat evenly and season with salt and pepper.

  • 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.

 

  • Drizzle the remaining dressing over the salad, add extra salt and pepper to taste, and serve.