Spinach and Asparagus Salad with Vinaigrette

Ingredients

• Fresh spinach (6 cups, washed and dried)
• Asparagus (1 bunch, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces)
• Cherry tomatoes (1 cup, halved)
• Red onion (1/4 cup, thinly sliced)
• Feta cheese (1/2 cup, crumbled)
• Walnuts (1/2 cup, toasted and roughly chopped)
• Olive oil (1/4 cup)
• Lemon juice (2 tablespoons, freshly squeezed)
• Dijon mustard (1 teaspoon)
• Honey (1 teaspoon)
• Salt (to taste)
• Black pepper (to taste)

Instructions

1. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add the asparagus and cook for 2-3 minutes, until crisp-tender. Drain and rinse immediately with cold water to stop the cooking process.
2. In a large bowl, combine the washed spinach, blanched asparagus, halved cherry tomatoes, thinly sliced red onion, crumbled feta cheese, and toasted walnuts.
3. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the vinaigrette dressing ingredients: olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
4. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and gently toss to coat all ingredients evenly without bruising the spinach.
5. Serve immediately for the freshest taste and enjoy a burst of spring flavor!