ASPARAGUS CAPRESE SALAD

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I love caprese salad and this is a delicious variation with cooked asparagus, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, and a simple oil and vinegar dressing.

Provided by Julia

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Caprese Salad Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound asparagus spears, trimmed and cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon white wine vinegar
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
¾ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
2 (4 ounce) balls fresh mozzarella cheese, cubed
1 teaspoon chopped fresh basil

Steps:

  • Bring a pot of salted water to a boil over medium-high heat. Add asparagus and cook until soft, about 5 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water. Drain well.
  • Whisk mustard, balsamic vinegar, and white wine vinegar together in a small bowl. Add olive oil and whisk until well combined. Season with salt and pepper. Add a little bit of lukewarm water if dressing is too thick.
  • Combine asparagus, tomatoes, and mozzarella in a bowl and drizzle with dressing. Mix well and sprinkle with basil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 206.3 calories, Carbohydrate 7.7 g, Cholesterol 36.3 mg, Fat 12.8 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 16.5 g, SaturatedFat 6.3 g, Sodium 426.2 mg, Sugar 2.9 g

Ruksan Ruksan
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover mozzarella cheese.


Mudasir Shafiq
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I love that this salad is healthy and delicious. It's the perfect meal for a busy weeknight.


Gm Saijuddin
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This salad is so easy to make, but it looks and tastes like it came from a restaurant.


Kathleen Livingston
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I'm not usually a fan of caprese salad, but this recipe is amazing. The asparagus adds a nice touch of flavor and texture.


Nakajja Hanifah
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. The sweet balsamic vinegar dressing makes the asparagus and tomatoes more appealing.


khan monster
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I've never been a big fan of asparagus, but this salad changed my mind. The roasted asparagus is so flavorful and delicious.


Saqlain Chouhan
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The balsamic vinegar dressing really makes this salad. It's the perfect balance of sweet and tangy.


HEMANTA RANA
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This salad is a great way to show off fresh, seasonal produce.


Tt Tt
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I love the simplicity of this salad. It's made with just a few fresh ingredients, but the flavors are amazing.


MD Abu Raihan islam
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover asparagus. It's also a very easy and quick recipe to make.


Sapana Bal
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I've made this salad several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.


Vivian Burek
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This salad is perfect for a summer lunch or dinner. It's light and refreshing, and the flavors are amazing.


Manohar Singh
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I made this salad for a picnic and it was a big hit! Everyone loved the unique combination of flavors.


Samir Chy
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This salad is a great way to use up fresh asparagus. It's also a very healthy and delicious side dish.


Rita Hope
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I love the combination of flavors in this salad. The roasted asparagus is slightly sweet and smoky, the tomatoes are juicy and refreshing, and the mozzarella cheese is creamy and rich. The balsamic vinegar dressing ties it all together perfectly.


Anzel Parsons
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This salad was easy to make and very refreshing. The asparagus was perfectly cooked and the balsamic vinegar dressing was delicious. I will definitely make this salad again.


Rana Bilal
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I've tried many asparagus caprese salad recipes, but this one is by far my favorite. The roasted asparagus gives the salad a slightly smoky flavor, and the fresh mozzarella and tomatoes are incredibly juicy. I highly recommend this recipe!


Noah Workley
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This asparagus caprese salad was a hit at my last dinner party! The flavors of the asparagus, tomatoes, and mozzarella cheese were perfectly balanced, and the balsamic vinegar dressing added a nice tang. I will definitely be making this salad again s