ASPARAGUS & WHITE BEAN SALAD WITH FETA & LEMON DRESSING

Asparagus & White Bean Salad With Feta & Lemon Dressing image

Provided by lecole54

Categories Beans

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb asparagus, tough ends trimmed, cut diagonally into 1-inch pieces
1 tablespoon olive oil, extra virgin
1/2 teaspoon lemon zest, grated
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon mint, chopped, plus more leaves for garnish
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper, freshly-ground
1 cup white beans, drained and rinsed
1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
1/2 cup radish, thinly-sliced
2 tablespoons scallions, thinly-sliced, both green and white parts

Steps:

In a large, lidded pot with a steamer insert, fill with 1 1/2 inches of water and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Steam the asparagus pieces, covered, until they are tender-firm, 4 to 7 minutes. Drain in a colander under cold, running water to stop the cooking. Set aside.
In a small bowl, whisk together the oil, lemon zest and juice, mint, salt and pepper.
In a large bowl, combine the beans, feta cheese, radishes, scallions and steamed asparagus pieces. Add the dressing and gently toss to evenly coat. Serve at room temperature or chilled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 183.3, Fat 7.8, SaturatedFat 3.4, Cholesterol 16.7, Sodium 380.2, Carbohydrate 20.3, Fiber 5.8, Sugar 2.9, Protein 10.3