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Spring Asparagus, Pea, Grain and Seed Salad with Kefir and Feta

author

Matt Williamson

serves

4 servings

prep time

23 hours 5 mins

cook time

23 hours 5 mins

published

29/07/2024

A Healthy Spring Salad Idea

A simple, vibrant spring salad that's ready in only 10 minutes - perfect for a side salad or light lunch.

Note: this salad is unfortunately not FODMAP friendly.

Spring Asparagus, Pea, Grain and Seed Salad with Kefir and Feta

Ingredients

For the salad:

  • 50g seeded crackers, broken into small bite sized pieces
  • 1/2 large unwaxed lemon, sliced thinly
  • 500g asparagus, trimmed
  • 200g podded peas, defrosted if frozen
  • 50g baby spinach
  • 200g cooked quinoa
  • A small bunch of basil, leaves picked
  • 75g low fat feta, crumbled
  • 2 tbsp pumpkin seeds

For the dressing:

  • 75ml plain kefir or natural yogurt
  • 1/2 large unwaxed lemon, finely grated zest and juice
  • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • Salt and black pepper

Method

  1. Combine all the dressing ingredients in a clean jam jar, shake well and season with a pinch of salt and a lot of black pepper. Keep in the fridge until you’re ready to dress the salad.
  2. Blanch the asparagus in the boiling water for 2 minutes, then add the peas for a further couple of minutes. Then drain immediately and leave in a colander to drain and dry.
  3. Tip all the blanched vegetables onto a platter or plates layering with the lemon slices, crackers, quinoa, spinach and basil leaves.
  4. Drizzle with the dressing and top with the feta and pumpkin seeds to toss at the table.

Easy Asparagus Salad

A refreshing new salad recipe for the new season thats quick and easy. Sprinkle with feta and pair with kefir for a healthy lunch, or serve as a delicious and healthy side.

By Matt Williamson

Field Doctor Head of Food

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