Zesty Asparagus and White Bean Salad Recipe

Name: Zesty Asparagus and White Bean Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb asparagus, cut on an angle in 1-inch pieces (about 3 cups); 1 tablespoon virgin olive oil; 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice; 1 teaspoon of fresh mint, chopped; ½ teaspoon lemon zest, freshly grated; ¼ teaspoon salt; ⅛ teaspoon fresh ground pepper; ½ cup feta cheese, crumbled; 1 cup white beans, drained and rinsed (cooked or canned); ½ cup radish, thinly sliced; 2 tablespoons scallions, thinly sliced

Servings: persons

1 lb asparagus, cut on an angle in 1-inch pieces (about 3 cups)
1 tablespoon virgin olive oil
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon of fresh mint, chopped
½ teaspoon lemon zest, freshly grated
¼ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon fresh ground pepper
½ cup feta cheese, crumbled
1 cup white beans, drained and rinsed (cooked or canned)
½ cup radish, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons scallions, thinly sliced

1
Place the asparagus in a steamer basket, set over 1 1/2 inches boiling water, and cover.
2
Steam until the spears are tender yet firm, 4 to 7 minutes depending on thickness.
3
Drain and place in an ice water bath (or under cold water) for a moment to stop the cooking.
4
Put the olive oil, lemon juice, fresh mint, lemon zest, salt, and pepper in a small bowl and whisk until well combined.
5
Drain asparagus.
6
Combine the beans, feta, radishes, and scallions in a large bowl.
7
Add the asparagus pieces.
8
Pour on the dressing and gently toss.
9
Serve at room temperature or chilled.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb asparagus, cut on an angle in 1-inch pieces (about 3 cups), 1 tablespoon virgin olive oil, 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice, 1 teaspoon of fresh mint, chopped, and more.

Yes, Zesty Asparagus and White Bean Salad falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

Zesty Asparagus and White Bean Salad

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