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Asparagus Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette

Crisp asparagus spears are tossed with a zesty, homemade lemon vinaigrette for a light and refreshing salad that's perfect as a side or a stand-alone meal.
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Meal Type: Lunch, Quick & Simple, Salad, Sides
Food Category: Salads
Dietary Preference: Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Low Carb, Vegetarian
Servings: 1 Serving
Calories: 245kcal

Ingredients

  • 5 spears asparagus cut off bottom 1/4 of asparagus and discard
  • 2 cups mixed greens
  • 1 tbsp almonds slivered
  • 1 tbsp onion diced
  • ¼ lemon juiced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • ½ oz goat cheese crumbled, optional

Instructions

  • Heat water in a pan large enough to hold the asparagus. Bring the water to a low boil and add asparagus.
  • Cover and cook for 6 minutes. Drain and rinse in cold water.
  • Chop asparagus into 1" pieces.
  • Put lettuce, asparagus, onions, almonds, lemon juice, olive oil, salt and pepper in a large bowl. Toss.
  • Place on 2 plates and crumble goat cheese over salads.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 245kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Natural Sugar: 2g
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