Best 9 Asparagus Salad With Sweet Balsamic Vinegar Recipes

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Asparagus salad with sweet balsamic vinegar is a delightful and refreshing dish that can be enjoyed as a starter or main course. The combination of crisp asparagus, tangy vinegar, and sweet balsamic glaze creates a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. With its vibrant colors and textures, this salad is sure to impress your guests and leave them craving more.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

ROASTED ASPARAGUS WITH BALSAMIC VINEGAR



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A quick and robust way to enjoy asparagus. Roasting highlights the natural sweetness of the asparagus while the balsamic vinegar offers a tangy compliment to this great side dish.

Provided by Gemini26

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Asparagus     Baked

Time 20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 pounds fresh asparagus, trimmed
2 tablespoons olive oil
½ pinch ground sea salt
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (205 degrees C).
  • Place asparagus in a shallow 9x13-inch baking dish. Sprinkle with oil, salt, and pepper; toss to coat.
  • Bake in preheated oven until lightly browned, 15 to 20 minutes. Drizzle with vinegar just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 75 calories, Carbohydrate 7.1 g, Fat 4.7 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 3.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 31.7 mg, Sugar 3.9 g

ASPARAGUS SALAD WITH BALSAMIC VINEGAR



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Make and share this Asparagus Salad with Balsamic Vinegar recipe from Food.com.

Provided by CountryLady

Categories     Fruit

Time 10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 lbs asparagus, tough ends trimmed,cut into 2-inch pieces
1/3 cup balsamic vinegar
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon dijon-style mustard
1 tablespoon chopped fresh marjoram
1 teaspoon garlic, minced
1 small red bell pepper, cut julienne
1/3 cup chopped pecans, toasted

Steps:

  • Cook asparagus in large pot of boiling, salted water until crisp-tender, about 3-4 minutes.
  • Drain and rinse with cold water.
  • Place in a decorative bowl and put in the refrigerator until thoroughly chilled.
  • Boil vinegar in a small heavy saucepan over medium heat until reduced by half, about 3 minutes.
  • This will sweeten and concentrate the vinegar; pour into a large bowl.
  • Whisk in oil, mustard, marjoram and garlic.
  • Season dressing to taste with sea salt and fresh cracked pepper.
  • When ready to serve, add the red peppers and toss with dressing.
  • Sprinkle with nuts and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 227.6, Fat 17.2, SaturatedFat 2.1, Sodium 37.7, Carbohydrate 15.6, Fiber 5.8, Sugar 7.3, Protein 6.6

CHILLED ASPARAGUS SALAD



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I like to use a kitchen scissor to cut only the very bottom from the stalk; breaking it off causes more of the bottom to go to waste, which is otherwise perfectly edible. With the smaller, thinner "pencil" asparagus, the stalks are too thin to peel and you need that protective layer so the asparagus keep their shape during cooking. For larger asparagus, where the skin is tougher, I do peel the stalk but leave the tip and an inch or so below the tip, unpeeled. The top is tender enough that it can be cooked as is.

Provided by Alex Guarnaschelli

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 quarts water
Kosher salt
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
32 stalks small to medium-size green asparagus, washed and ends trimmed
2 lemons, juiced
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1 teaspoon honey
2 tablespoons smooth Dijon mustard
4 tablespoons olive oil

Steps:

  • I like asparagus al dente, slightly crunchy. Bring the water to a boil in a large pot over medium heat. Add salt until it tastes like mild seawater. How will you know? Take a little water with a spoon and taste it, then add the sugar.
  • Prepare an ice bath by filling a bowl, large enough to hold the asparagus, with cold water. Add some ice cubes. Plunge the asparagus into the ice bath before cooking. This will help to bring any limp stalks back to life. Remove from the ice bath, plunge them into the boiling water and allow them to cook, 2 to 3 minutes. Use a slotted spoon to remove them from the water, transferring them immediately to the same ice bath. Allow them to sit in the ice bath for a few minutes, swirling them gently in the water to assure they are all cooling quickly in the cold water.
  • The most important step for this dish? Drying the stalks once they are removed from the ice bath. Taking care that no water gets into the final salad is the best way to assure that the maximum flavor will be enjoyed! Transfer the asparagus to a large plate or platter lined with a kitchen towel and refrigerate.
  • In a medium bowl, combine the lemon juice, white wine vinegar, honey and mustard. Stir to blend. Whisk in the olive oil in an even, steady stream. When all of the oil has been integrated, taste and adjust the seasoning, if needed.
  • When ready to serve, remove the kitchen towel from the asparagus and simply toss the asparagus in the dressing to coat them completely. Arrange the stalks on plates and serve.

ASPARAGUS SALAD WITH SWEET BALSAMIC VINEGAR



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Asparagus Salad with Sweet Balsamic Vinegar - Boiling the vinegar concentrates and sweetens it, so the dressing doesn't require as much oil to balance the acid. Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

Categories     Salad     Nut     Pepper     Vegetable     Side     Picnic     Quick & Easy     Low Cal     Mother's Day     Backyard BBQ     Vinegar     Pecan     Asparagus     Bell Pepper     Spring     Healthy     Bon Appétit     Vegan     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Paleo     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/3 cup balsamic vinegar
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon chopped fresh marjoram or 1 teaspoon dried
1 teaspoon minced garlic
2 pounds asparagus, tough ends trimmed, cut on diagonal into 2-inch pieces
1 small red bell pepper, diced
1/3 cup chopped pecans, toasted

Steps:

  • Boil vinegar in heavy small saucepan over medium heat until reduced by half, about 3 minutes. Pour vinegar into large bowl. Whisk in oil, mustard, marjoram and garlic. Season dressing to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Cook asparagus in large pot of boiling salted water until crisp-tender, about 4 minutes. Drain; rinse with cold water and drain again. Add asparagus and bell pepper to dressing; toss to blend well. Sprinkle with pecans and serve.

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

ASPARAGUS AND RED PEPPER WITH BALSAMIC VINEGAR



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A bright and flavorful vegetable dish that even vegetable haters will enjoy. It goes great with roasted meats. For milder flavors, substitute mozzarella cheese and use less vinegar.

Provided by Patrick

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Asparagus

Time 20m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
½ bunch fresh asparagus, trimmed
1 red onion, sliced
1 red bell pepper, sliced
salt to taste
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
¼ cup Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon sesame seeds
1 tablespoon toasted pine nuts

Steps:

  • Melt the butter with the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat; add the asparagus and red onion in the mixture, season with salt, and cook until the onion begins to soften, about 5 minutes. Stir the red bell pepper into the mixture and continue cooking until the onions begin to caramelize, another 5 minutes. Remove from heat and add the vinegar, Parmesan cheese, sesame seeds, and pine nuts; toss to combine.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 271.8 calories, Carbohydrate 16.4 g, Cholesterol 24.1 mg, Fat 20.2 g, Fiber 5.2 g, Protein 9.5 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Sodium 203.4 mg, Sugar 8.2 g

BALSAMIC ASPARAGUS



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These pretty green spears of crisp-tender asparagus are drizzled with a balsamic vinegar mixture for a sensational side dish that's ready in no time.-Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup water
1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon butter, melted
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, bring water to a boil. Add asparagus; cover and cook for 2-4 minutes or until crisp-tender. In a small bowl, combine the vinegar, butter, garlic, salt and pepper. Drain asparagus; drizzle with balsamic mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 45 calories, Fat 3g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 185mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

LEMONY ASPARAGUS SALAD WITH SHAVED CHEESE AND NUTS



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Less is more when it comes to asparagus, especially those first tender stalks that show up in spring. Here they're quickly steamed and turned into an elegant salad tossed with a lemony, shallot dressing, and enriched with plenty of grated Manchego or other cheese. Chopped pistachios add another shade of green to the plate along with their sweet crunch, but use any nuts you like, or skip them entirely. This tangy, bright salad doesn't need them.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     vegetables, side dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

3/4 cup pistachios or other nuts
1 pound asparagus, woody ends trimmed
1/2 cup plus 3 tablespoons soft herbs, such as dill, parsley and tarragon, or a combination
3 tablespoons minced shallots, red onion or scallion
1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (or cider vinegar)
Large pinch of kosher salt, plus more as needed
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for serving
3/4 cup coarsely grated cheese (1 1/2 ounces), preferably a young sheep's milk, such as pecorino or Manchego, but any firm cheese works, plus more for serving

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350 degrees. On a rimmed baking sheet, spread pistachios in an even layer and toast for 5 minutes. Remove from oven and let cool enough to handle, then roughly chop.
  • Meanwhile, fill a large skillet with 1-inch water. Place steam basket on top, cover and bring to a simmer. Steam asparagus until just tender, about 5 minutes. Drain.
  • Finely chop 3 tablespoons mixed soft herbs. In a medium bowl, combine shallot, lemon juice, a pinch of salt and the pepper, and let sit for 2 minutes. Whisk in oil, then stir in pistachios, cheese and chopped herbs.
  • To serve, drizzle asparagus with oil and salt to taste. Dollop with dressing, tear remaining 1/2 cup herbs on top, and sprinkle generously with more cheese. Taste and adjust salt as needed.

WARM ASPARAGUS MUSHROOM SALAD WITH GOAT CHEESE & BALSAMIC DRESSI



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A wonderful spring salad from Peter Martin's restaurant in Kitchener Ontario! Arrange the asparagus on the plate in a sunburst pattern, top it with mixed greens & the warmed dressing for an impressive first course.

Provided by CountryLady

Categories     Vegetable

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 lb asparagus
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
2 cups thinly sliced mushrooms
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 sweet red pepper, thinly sliced
3 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
3 cups mixed baby greens
1/4 cup goat cheese
1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Snap off tough ends of asparagus& cook in your favourite manner (steam, boil, roast, your choice but I highly recommend Pan Roasted Asparagus- recipe#84345) until tender-crisp.
  • Whisk dressing ingredients together in a small bowl& set aside.
  • Heat oil over medium-high heat in a large non stick skillet.
  • Stir fry mushrooms until golden& no liquid remains, about 5 minutes.
  • Add garlic& red peppers& stir fry for another 2 minutes.
  • Add dressing& 2 tbsps of the dill; cook, stirring frequently, until heated through, about 2 minutes.
  • Arrange asparagus& greens on the plate, top with dressing& goat cheese; sprinkle remaining dill.

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh asparagus. Look for spears that are bright green and have tight tips.
  • To blanch the asparagus, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the asparagus and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until tender-crisp. Immediately remove the asparagus from the boiling water and plunge it into a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process.
  • To make the vinaigrette, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
  • To assemble the salad, combine the asparagus, strawberries, goat cheese, and walnuts in a large bowl. Drizzle with the vinaigrette and toss to coat. Serve immediately.

Conclusion:

This asparagus salad is a delicious and refreshing side dish that is perfect for any occasion. The sweet balsamic vinegar and tangy goat cheese complement the asparagus and strawberries perfectly. The walnuts add a nice crunch and the honey adds a touch of sweetness. This salad is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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