This Shaved Asparagus and Lentil Salad with Feta is everything you want from a hearty salad recipe! The lentils provide plant-based protein, while peppery arugula and shaved asparagus add freshness and crunch. A simple vinaigrette ties it all together, and the feta crumbles give the perfect finishing touch. It’s an easy yet elegant salad that works just as well for a light lunch as it does for a dinner party side.
Ingredients2 servings
- 1 lb asparagus
- 1 cup dry black lentils
- 2 oz arugula
- 2 oz feta, crumbled
- 2 Tbsp olive oil
- 1 Tbsp red wine vinegar
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1/2 tsp honey
- 1/4 tsp dried thyme
Directions
1
In a pot combine lentils with enough water to cover by 1 inch. Bring to a boil then reduce heat and cook uncovered for 20 minutes, until al dente (firm, not mushy). Strain and rinse under cold water until cool then transfer to a bowl.
2
Trim woody ends from asparagus and discard. Hold asparagus spear on cutting board and use vegetable peeler to make long ribbons. Repeat until all asparagus is shaved.
3
In a bowl, combine olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, thyme, and salt and pepper to taste. Whisk until incorporated. Drizzle half of the dressing over lentils and toss to coat.
4
Divide arugula between two shallow bowls. Top with asparagus, lentils, and feta. Drizzle with remaining dressing.
Notes:
- Can remove the feta and swap out the honey for agave syrup to make this vegan
- Can remove the feta to make it dairy-free
Happy cooking 🥰 ☀️
nutritional info of this salad?
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Sounds good all of them. Haven’t tried them yet, but will do my best with stage 3 kidney disease, I have
to be careful in eating. Thank you for these recipes.
I despise arugula. Is there another lettuce that you would recommend that I would use instead?
Romaine lettuce would also be delicious, but you could choose any lettuce of your liking!
I made it and we loved it. I’ll be making it again. Thank you
So happy to hear that you enjoyed it! 🧡
I really enjoy Vegan or almost for Me at times. Thanks for the Great recipes.
Make ingredients tomorrow. Looks great
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Is the asparagus cooked first? Sounds delicious
I don think so, but not sure. She says crisp and I’m guessing.
The asparagus in this recipe is raw! You could also cook it if you prefer, and simply cut them into smaller pieces to add to the salad.
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WILL TRY! SOUNDS LIKE GREAT HEALTHY SALAD
What a great set of salad recipes and a welcomed addition to an app! Thank you.
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I’m excited to try this salad recipe! Just going to change the lentils for quinoa (can’t have legumes as they’re a high histamine food)
Great modification – that sounds delicious too!
it looks delicious