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Spring Vegetable and Grain Salad with Lemon Dressing


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  • Author: Taylor Kadlec
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4-6 side dish servings 1x

Description

Try a flexible salad to incorporate grains and a plethora of spring produce and then top it off with a simple, but super delicious lemon dill dressing.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups (480 ml) of your favorite grain, cooked (farro, wheat berries, couscous, rice, etc.)

For the dressing:

  • 3 tbsp (45 ml) lemon juice, about 2 small lemons
  • zest of one lemon
  • 4 tbsp (60 ml) olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 2 tbsp (30 ml) fresh dill, finely chopped

For the vegetables:

  • 2 cups, or about 15 stalks, asparagus, cut into bite sized pieces
  • 1 cup (240 ml) peas, frozen or fresh
  • 3 radishes, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup (120 ml) crumbled goat cheese

Instructions

  1. Prepare the dressing by whisking all dressing ingredients together, or placing them in a mason jar and shaking until well combined.
  2. Set aside until ready to use.
  3. Bring medium pot of water to boil.
  4. Add asparagus, and cook until bright green to blanch, about 2 minutes.
  5. Add the peas for the last minute.
  6. Immediately drain and run cold water over the vegetables.
  7. Add asparagus, peas, and radishes to grain, then toss with the dressing.
  8. Top with goat cheese.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 290