Description
This Tarragon Asparagus Salad is a refreshing and vibrant dish, perfect for springtime gatherings. Crisp asparagus is blanched to perfection, then tossed with red onion, fresh tarragon, and a zesty Dijon vinaigrette. Finished with a sprinkle of Parmesan, this salad is sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
Asparagus Salad:
- 1 pound fresh asparagus (trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces)
- 1/4 cup red onion (thinly sliced)
- 2 tablespoons fresh tarragon (chopped)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Dressing:
- 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon honey
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Optional:
- 1/4 cup shaved Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Blanch the Asparagus: Boil a pot of salted water. Add asparagus; cook for 2–3 minutes. Drain, then transfer to ice water. Drain again and pat dry.
- Prepare the Dressing: Whisk together olive oil, white wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix asparagus, red onion, and tarragon. Drizzle with dressing; gently toss to coat.
- Finish and Serve: Top with shaved Parmesan if desired. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider grilling the asparagus instead of blanching.
- This salad pairs well with grilled meats or fish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Blanching
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
