Asparagus Salad With Feta & Cherry Tomatoes
A vibrant and refreshing salad featuring crisp asparagus, juicy cherry tomatoes, and creamy feta cheese, perfect for meal prep and a healthy lifestyle.
Ingredients
Salad Base
- 1 bunch asparagus Fresh, trimmed
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes Halved
- 1 cup feta cheese Crumble before adding to salad
- 1 clove garlic Finely chopped
- 1 medium red onion Thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill Chopped
Dressing
- 2 tablespoons olive oil Extra virgin
- 1 tablespoon honey Adjust for sweetness
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard Provides creaminess
- 1 lemon juice Freshly squeezed
- to taste salt & black pepper For seasoning
Instructions
Preparation
- Wash the asparagus thoroughly and trim off the tough ends.
- Cut the asparagus into 3-4 inch pieces.
- Halve the cherry tomatoes and thinly slice the red onion.
- Finely chop the garlic and zest the lemon.
- Crumble the feta cheese and set it aside.
Cooking/Assembling
- In a large bowl, combine asparagus, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and garlic.
- Drizzle with a tablespoon of olive oil and sprinkle with a pinch of salt.
- Using your hands, toss the ingredients together to coat evenly.
- Place the asparagus mixture in a preheated air fryer at 400°F (200°C) for 8-10 minutes until tender yet crispy.
- Remove from the air fryer and let cool slightly before adding feta and dill.
Serving
- In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining olive oil, lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine.
- Serve immediately, or refrigerate for later use.
Notes
For added crunch, consider incorporating toasted nuts. Substituting honey with maple syrup gives a vegan option.