Description
Savor the essence of summer with this vibrant Asparagus & Summer Corn Salad. Featuring crisp asparagus, sweet corn, and juicy cherry tomatoes, this refreshing dish celebrates seasonal produce. Tossed in a zesty lemon-olive oil dressing and topped with crunchy almonds, itβs perfect for summer barbecues or a light dinner that delights the palate.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh asparagus, trimmed and chopped
- 2 cups sweet corn (freshly shucked or frozen)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup toasted almonds (or your choice of nuts)
Instructions
- Prepare the asparagus by rinsing under cool water and snapping off the tough ends; chop into bite-sized pieces.
- For the corn, boil fresh corn for 3 minutes or microwave thawed frozen corn until warm; let cool.
- In a large bowl, combine chopped asparagus, corn, cherry tomatoes, and red onion.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Drizzle over salad and toss gently to coat evenly.
- Sprinkle toasted almonds on top for added crunch before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling/Tossing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For added protein, consider incorporating grilled chicken or chickpeas into the salad. Substitute lime juice for lemon for a different citrus flavor or add avocado for creaminess.