Spring Arugula + Shaved Asparagus Salad

A bright spring salad from Natalie’s kitchen — peppery arugula, delicate shaved asparagus, lemon vinaigrette, and parmesan layered together into one effortlessly fresh bowl.

This is one of those salads that tastes like spring the second you take the first bite.

Peppery arugula. Bright lemon. Tender asparagus ribbons. Salty parmesan shaved over the top.

Simple ingredients that somehow feel elegant without trying too hard.

I especially love the shaved asparagus in this recipe because it creates the prettiest delicate texture that keeps every bite feeling light and fresh.

It’s one of those little details that makes the whole salad feel special.

This has quickly become one of my favorite easy weeknight salads because it comes together fast but still feels elevated enough for guests or a beautiful spring dinner table.

Why We Love It

Asparagus

Rich in antioxidants and nutrients that help support healthy skin and overall wellness.

Arugula

Peppery greens packed with minerals and plant compounds that help support glow from within.

Lemon

Bright fresh citrus helps support collagen production while making the salad feel vibrant and refreshing.

Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Healthy fats help nourish the skin barrier while bringing richness and balance to the vinaigrette.

Ingredients

• 1 bunch asparagus
• 2–3 handfuls fresh arugula
• juice of 1 lemon
• 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 teaspoon brown mustard
• 1 garlic clove, chopped or grated
• sea salt
• black pepper
• shaved parmesan

Optional:

• toasted pine nuts
• fresh cracked pepper
• extra lemon zest

Directions

Trim the ends from the asparagus and shave lengthwise into thin ribbons using a vegetable peeler.

Place onto a sheet pan and drizzle lightly with olive oil.

Season with salt and pepper.

Broil for several minutes until the tips begin turning lightly golden.

Remove and allow to cool slightly.

Add the arugula to a serving bowl and season lightly with sea salt.

In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, mustard, garlic, salt, and pepper.

Once the asparagus has cooled slightly, add it to the arugula.

Pour over the dressing and toss gently until coated.

Finish with shaved parmesan and optional toasted pine nuts.

Serve immediately.

Glow Note

I love salads like this because they feel simple, seasonal, and quietly beautiful.

Fresh greens. Bright lemon. Spring produce at its best.

Exactly the kind of food I naturally start craving this time of year.

Love + Eat Well,
Natalie

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