Grilled White Asparagus Salad with Toasted Almonds and Feta

By Lauren Mitchell, Test Kitchen Director · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-07 · Updated 2026-05-07

Smoky grilled white asparagus pairs with crunchy toasted almonds and crumbled feta in a refreshing salad dressed with lemon vinaigrette. This Mediterranean-inspired salad recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs white asparagus, olive oil, salt into a side that holds its own next to almost any main — bright, balanced, and quick enough to slot into a weeknight plate. Each serving lands at about 220 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly next to roasted proteins, grain bowls, or weeknight mains. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 1 lb white asparagus
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/4 cup sliced almonds
• 1/3 cup feta cheese, crumbled
• 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
• 1 tsp honey
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard
• 2 tbsp fresh mint leaves, chopped

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Trim 1 lb white asparagus by snapping off the tough ends and peel the lower two-thirds.
2. Step 2: Toss the asparagus with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper until evenly coated.
3. Step 3: Grill the asparagus for 4-5 minutes, turning occasionally, until char marks appear and spears are tender but firm.
4. Step 4: While asparagus grills, toast 1/4 cup sliced almonds in a dry skillet over medium heat, stirring often for 3 minutes until golden and fragrant. Remove from heat.
5. Step 5: In a small bowl, whisk 1 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice, 1 tsp honey, and 1 tsp Dijon mustard until emulsified.
6. Step 6: Arrange the grilled asparagus on a platter, drizzle with the lemon vinaigrette, sprinkle with the toasted almonds, 1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese, and 2 tbsp chopped fresh mint leaves. Serve warm or at room temperature.