Asparagus, Green Onion, Cucumber, and Herb Salad

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Very Healthy
Health score
77%
Asparagus, Green Onion, Cucumber, and Herb Salad
45 min.
10
78kcal

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Introducing a vibrant and refreshing Asparagus, Green Onion, Cucumber, and Herb Salad, perfect for any occasion! This delightful dish is not only a feast for the eyes but also a nutritional powerhouse, boasting a health score of 77. Ideal for vegetarians and vegans alike, it is gluten-free, dairy-free, and incredibly healthy—making it the perfect side dish to complement any meal.

Picture tender asparagus spears paired with crisp, cool cucumbers and the zesty bite of green onions. The addition of fresh herbs such as chervil, mint, and tarragon elevates this salad to new heights, creating an irresistible medley of flavors. Topped with a bright lemon and Dijon mustard vinaigrette, each bite is a celebration of fresh ingredients that promise to tantalize your taste buds.

Not only is this salad easy to prepare, but it can also be made a day in advance, making it an ideal option for entertaining. Imagine serving this colorful salad at your next gathering—your guests will be amazed by both its beauty and taste! Ready in just 45 minutes, this dish offers a satisfying freshness that will leave everyone wanting more. Whether enjoyed as an antipasto, starter, or a light snack, it's a recipe that beautifully showcases the joys of seasonal produce.

Ingredients

  • pounds asparagus trimmed
  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper black freshly ground
  • tablespoon chervil fresh chopped
  • teaspoon kosher salt 
  • cups cucumber english peeled seeded
  • teaspoon dijon mustard 
  • tablespoon chives fresh chopped
  • tablespoon mint leaves fresh chopped
  • teaspoons tarragon fresh chopped
  • cups spring onion thinly sliced
  • tablespoons juice of lemon fresh
  • 0.8 cup olive oil extra virgin extra-virgin
  • tablespoon parsley fresh italian chopped
  • tablespoon red wine vinegar 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • paper towels
  • whisk
  • mixing bowl
  • pot
  • ziploc bags
  • kitchen towels

Directions

  1. Whisk first 5 ingredients in small bowl. Gradually whisk in oil.
  2. DO AHEAD: Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate. Bring to room temperature and rewhisk beforeusing.
  3. Fill large bowl with lightly salted ice water; stir until salt dissolves. Cook asparagus in large pot of boiling salted water until crisp-tender, about 3 minutes.
  4. Drain, reserving 3 cups cooking liquid.
  5. Transfer asparagus to bowl of salted ice water to cool.
  6. Place green onions in another large bowl; pour hot reserved asparagus cooking liquid over onions and let stand until cool, about 30 minutes.
  7. Drain asparagus and green onions well.
  8. Transfer onions to clean kitchen towel and squeeze dry. DO AHEAD: Asparagus and onions can be made 1 day ahead. Wrap separately in several layers of paper towels, then enclose in resealable plastic bags and refrigerate.
  9. Combine green onions, cucumbers, and herbs in mixing bowl.
  10. Add dressing; toss to coat. Season with salt and pepper.
  11. Arrange asparagus on platter. Spoon cucumber mixture over and serve.
  12. Chervil is an aromatic herb that's related to parsley. It has lacy, fern-like leaves and a mild anise flavor. Look for fresh chervil with the rest of the fresh herbs in the produce section. If you can't find individually packaged chervil, it is often one of the fresh herbs included in the packaged "seafood mix."
  13. See Nutrition Data's complete analysis of this recipe ›
  14. Bon Appétit

Nutrition Facts

Calories78kcal
Protein18.94%
Fat36.37%
Carbs44.69%

Properties

Glycemic Index
29
Glycemic Load
1.61
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
16.418695698614%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.37mg
Hesperetin
0.7mg
Naringenin
0.06mg
Apigenin
0.9mg
Luteolin
0.09mg
Isorhamnetin
7.78mg
Kaempferol
2.47mg
Myricetin
0.06mg
Quercetin
23.33mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:78.23kcal
3.91%
Fat:3.63g
5.59%
Saturated Fat:0.53g
3.34%
Carbohydrates:10.04g
3.35%
Net Carbohydrates:5.66g
2.06%
Sugar:4.17g
4.63%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:249.27mg
10.84%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:4.26g
8.51%
Vitamin K:151.6µg
144.38%
Vitamin A:1571.49IU
31.43%
Folate:106.86µg
26.71%
Vitamin C:19.48mg
23.62%
Iron:3.98mg
22.13%
Manganese:0.37mg
18.74%
Fiber:4.38g
17.54%
Copper:0.33mg
16.45%
Vitamin B1:0.23mg
15.67%
Vitamin E:2.25mg
15%
Vitamin B2:0.25mg
14.46%
Potassium:488.65mg
13.96%
Phosphorus:99.39mg
9.94%
Vitamin B6:0.19mg
9.35%
Magnesium:35.35mg
8.84%
Vitamin B3:1.64mg
8.21%
Calcium:81.67mg
8.17%
Zinc:1.04mg
6.92%
Selenium:3.76µg
5.37%
Vitamin B5:0.51mg
5.12%
Source:Epicurious