BALSAMIC ASPARAGUS SALAD

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For this asparagus salad, allow enough time to let the flavors blend for at least an hour. That's one of the secrets to why it tastes so delicious! If you're short on time, use 1/2 cup prepared balsamic vinaigrette instead of making it from scratch. -Dolores Brigham, Inglewood, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 pounds fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
1/3 cup thinly sliced red onion
1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper
1/4 cup dried cranberries
3 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
Dash salt and pepper
3 tablespoons slivered almonds, toasted
3 tablespoons chopped cooked bacon or bacon bits

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, bring 1 in. of water to a boil. Add asparagus; cover and boil for 3-4 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain and immediately place asparagus in ice water. Drain and pat dry. Transfer to a large bowl; add the onion, red pepper and cranberries., In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the oil, vinegar, lemon juice, mustard, salt and pepper; shake well. Pour over asparagus mixture; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Just before serving, stir in almonds and bacon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 139 calories, Fat 9g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 208mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Anethos ahuio
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I love the combination of the asparagus, tomatoes, and cheese in this salad. It's a great way to get your veggies in.


Hashmibrand A1
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover asparagus. It's also a healthy and delicious side dish.


klaudia domaradzka
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I've never had balsamic asparagus salad before, but it was delicious. I will definitely be making it again.


jstormtown 13
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This salad is a great side dish for any meal.


Mongedul Mongedul
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I love this salad! It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Mohamed Omar
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This salad is a great way to get your veggies in. It's healthy and delicious.


Amin Beloor
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I made this salad for lunch today and it was delicious. The dressing is so good.


Bright Health ብሩህ ጤና
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This salad is so refreshing and flavorful. I love the bright colors of the vegetables.


YVONNE CAMELO
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a favorite. It's a great way to use up leftover asparagus.


Thanganedzo Esrom
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This salad is so easy to make and it's so delicious. I love the combination of the asparagus, tomatoes, and cheese.


Jaice Seat
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I made this salad for a party and it was a hit! Everyone loved it. The dressing is so flavorful and the asparagus is cooked perfectly.


Zino black
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This salad was amazing! I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfect. The asparagus was cooked perfectly and the dressing was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.