Best 20 Ww Balsamic Asparagus And Cherry Tomato Salad Recipes

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If you're looking for a light, refreshing, and flavorful salad that's perfect for summer, look no further than this balsamic asparagus and cherry tomato salad. With its combination of sweet, tangy, and savory flavors, this salad is sure to tantalize your taste buds. The asparagus and cherry tomatoes are roasted until tender and caramelized, and then tossed with a balsamic vinaigrette. The result is a salad that is both delicious and visually appealing.

Here are our top 20 tried and tested recipes!

ROASTED BALSAMIC ASPARAGUS & CHERRY TOMATOES



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This simple vegetarian side dish can be served with meat, fish and veggie mains alike

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Side dish

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 5

350g asparagus spear , woody ends discarded
330g pack cherry tomato , halved
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
50g feta cheese , crumbled

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 200C/180C fan/gas 6. Put the asparagus and cherry tomatoes on a baking sheet. Drizzle over the olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Season, then toss everything together. Bake for 15 mins until the asparagus is cooked through. Serve topped with the feta.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 120 calories, Fat 9 grams fat, SaturatedFat 3 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 5 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 5 grams sugar, Fiber 3 grams fiber, Protein 5 grams protein, Sodium 0.5 milligram of sodium

FRESH ASPARAGUS, TOMATO, AND FETA SALAD



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This is a fresh summer salad with a light dressing inspired by Mediterranean and Asian flavors.

Provided by Locally Grown

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Tomato Salad Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 10

½ cup rice vinegar
1 tablespoon white sugar
1 teaspoon sea salt
½ teaspoon sesame oil
2 tablespoons olive oil
¾ pound asparagus - cut into 1-inch pieces, cooked and drained
1 (4 ounce) container crumbled feta
1 large tomato, diced
1 green onion, diced
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro

Steps:

  • Whisk together the rice vinegar, white sugar, sea salt, sesame oil, and olive oil in the bottom of a salad bowl. Add the asparagus, feta, tomato, green onion, and cilantro to the bowl with the dressing; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 142.7 calories, Carbohydrate 7.8 g, Cholesterol 20.1 mg, Fat 10.9 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 5.1 g, SaturatedFat 4.2 g, Sodium 608.5 mg, Sugar 5.7 g

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

ROASTED ASPARAGUS WITH CHERRY TOMATOES AND GARLIC



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This tasty roasted asparagus recipe is courtesy of chef Emeril Lagasse. It's a delicious spring side dish.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dinner Recipes     Dinner Side Dishes

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 pounds pencil asparagus, ends trimmed
2 cups cherry tomatoes
12 cloves garlic, peeled and smashed
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon coarse salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
  • Place asparagus, tomatoes, and garlic in a large bowl; drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Toss to combine. Transfer to a large rimmed baking sheet and drizzle with lemon juice.
  • Transfer to oven and roast until asparagus are tender and tomatoes begin to caramelize, 20 to 25 minutes. Serve hot or at room temperature.

BALSAMIC ASPARAGUS AND CHERRY TOMATO SALAD



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This cool, tangy salad is perfect for a picnic: With such big chunks of asparagus and tomato, it's bordering on finger food!

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1.5 pound(s) Uncooked asparagus (about 40 spears)
10 medium Fresh cherry tomato(es) halved
1 tbsp(s) Balsamic vinegar
1 tsp(s) Minced garlic
2 tbsp(s) Shredded parmesan cheese
0.125 tsp(s) Table salt or to taste
2 tsp(s) Unsweetened orange juice
0.125 pinch Black pepper or to taste

Steps:

  • Chop woody ends off asparagus. Microwave for 2 to 3 minutes, or cook in boiling, salted water until barely tender, about 4 to 6 minutes.
  • Plunge into ice water to stop cooking. Drain. Add cherry tomatoes.
  • Stir together vinegar, orange juice and garlic; season to taste. Spoon dressing over asparagus and tomatoes.
  • Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 18 kcal

BALSAMIC ASPARAGUS AND CHERRY TOMATO SALAD



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Raw garlic gives an assertive, sharp flavor to this fantastic asparagus salad recipe. It requires just eight ingredients to make, two of which include salt and pepper, so it'll soon become a go-to. Plus you need 10 minutes to throw it together, thanks to a quick blanching of the asparagus, which is the only cooking that's required. Mix the garlic with a little bit of balsamic vinegar and unsweetened orange juice for the easiest dressing ever. You can also incorporate red onions into the salad if you have any on hand. Chop up any of the salad leftovers and toss with whole wheat pasta for an easy main dish.

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1.5 pound(s) Uncooked asparagus
1 cup(s) Fresh cherry tomato(es) cut in half
1 Tbsp Balsamic vinegar
2 tsp Unsweetened orange juice
1 tsp Minced garlic
2 Tbsp Shredded parmesan cheese fresh, such as Parmigiano-Reggiano
0.125 tsp Table salt or to taste
0.125 tsp Black pepper or to taste

Steps:

  • Chop tough ends off asparagus. Boil asparagus just until tender, about 4 to 6 minutes. (Or microwave asparagus about 2 to 3 minutes.)
  • Plunge asparagus into a large bowl of ice water to stop them from cooking; drain and place on a serving platter. Sprinkle tomatoes over top.
  • In a cup, stir together vinegar, orange juice and garlic; season to taste. Spoon dressing over asparagus and tomatoes; sprinkle with cheese and serve. Yields 1/4 of asparagus per serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 38 kcal

WW BALSAMIC ASPARAGUS AND CHERRY TOMATO SALAD



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Make and share this Ww Balsamic Asparagus and Cherry Tomato Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Kristiina

Categories     Vegetable

Time 10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 1/2 lbs asparagus (about 40 spears)
1 cup cherry tomatoes, about 10, cut in half (es)
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
2 teaspoons orange juice
1 teaspoon minced garlic
2 tablespoons shredded parmesan cheese
1/8 teaspoon table salt or 1 dash salt, to taste
1/8 teaspoon black pepper (to taste)

Steps:

  • Chop woody ends off asparagus. Microwave for 2 to 3 minutes, or cook in boiling, salted water until barely tender, about 4 to 6 minutes.
  • Plunge into ice water to stop cooking. Drain. Add cherry tomatoes.
  • Stir together vinegar, orange juice and garlic; season to taste. Spoon dressing over asparagus and tomatoes.
  • Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 60.8, Fat 1.2, SaturatedFat 0.5, Cholesterol 2.2, Sodium 137.7, Carbohydrate 9.8, Fiber 3.9, Sugar 4, Protein 5.5

BALSAMIC ASPARAGUS AND CHERRY TOMATO SALAD



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Raw garlic gives an assertive, sharp flavour to this fantastic recipe. Chop up leftovers and toss with whole wheat pasta for an easy main dish.

Categories     Brunch

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1.5 pound(s) Uncooked asparagus
1 cup(s) Fresh cherry tomato(es) cut in half
1 tbsp(s) Balsamic vinegar
2 tsp(s) Unsweetened orange juice
1 tsp(s) Minced garlic
2 tbsp(s) Shredded parmesan cheese fresh, such as Parmigiano-Reggiano
0.125 tsp(s) Table salt or to taste
0.125 pinch Black pepper or to taste

Steps:

  • Chop tough ends off asparagus. Boil asparagus just until tender, about 4 to 6 minutes. (Or microwave asparagus about 2 to 3 minutes.)
  • Plunge asparagus into a large bowl of ice water to stop them from cooking; drain and place on a serving platter. Sprinkle tomatoes over top.
  • In a cup, stir together vinegar, orange juice and garlic; season to taste. Spoon dressing over asparagus and tomatoes; sprinkle with cheese and serve. Yields 1/4 of asparagus per serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 24 kcal

BALSAMIC ASPARAGUS & TOMATO SALAD



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Make and share this Balsamic Asparagus & Tomato Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Haversac

Categories     Vegetable

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1/2 lbs asparagus (about 40 spears)
1 cup cherry tomatoes, about 10, cut in half
4 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 teaspoons orange juice (optional)
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1/2 teaspoon table salt (to taste)
1/8 teaspoon black pepper (to taste)

Steps:

  • Chop woody ends off asparagus.
  • Microwave for 2 to 3 minutes, or cook in boiling, salted water until barely tender, about 4 to 6 minutes.
  • Plunge into ice water to stop cooking.
  • Drain.
  • Add cherry tomatoes.
  • Stir together vinegar, orange juice and garlic; season to taste.
  • Spoon dressing over asparagus and tomatoes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 45.4, Fat 0.5, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 316.5, Carbohydrate 8.7, Fiber 3.9, Sugar 3.2, Protein 4.5

WW FARRO SALAD WITH TOMATOES AND BALSAMIC VINEGAR



WW Farro Salad With Tomatoes and Balsamic Vinegar image

This recipe came in one of my Weight Watchers flyers and once I was able to find the Farro I gave it a try. I enjoy healthy grains and is a protein rich grain with a nutty flavor, slightly chewy. And only 3 smart points per serving

Provided by Bonnie G 2

Categories     Grains

Time 42m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 cup uncooked pearled cracked farro
1/2 teaspoon salt, for cooking farro
3 cups water
2 medium tomatoes, diced
1/2 cup fresh parsley, coarsely chopped
3 tablespoons red onions, chopped
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1/8 teaspoon salt, to taste

Steps:

  • Combine farro, salt and water in a medium saucepan.
  • Bring to boil over high heat.
  • Reduce heat to low and simmer, covered until farro is tender, about 20 to 30 minutes.
  • Drain well and let cool slightly.
  • Meanwhile, in a medium bowl, combine tomatoes, parsley, onion, vinegar, oil and salt.
  • Add farro to tomato mixture and toss to coat.
  • Cover and chill at least 30 minutes for flavors to blend.
  • Yields about 3/4 cup per serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 33.4, Fat 2.4, SaturatedFat 0.3, Sodium 251.5, Carbohydrate 2.8, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 1.7, Protein 0.6

FRESH BALSAMIC ASPARAGUS SALAD



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

Provided by Julesong

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 18m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb baby asparagus
4 ounces sliced mushrooms
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar, or more to taste
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 clove garlic, crushed
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1/8 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1/2 cup loosely packed chopped basil
2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese or 2 tablespoons mizithra cheese
salt, to taste

Steps:

  • Trim the asparagus (keeping the darker green and less fibrous parts) and cut into 1-inch pieces.
  • Thinly slice the mushrooms.
  • Simmer the asparagus in 1/2 cup of water with a pinch of salt until it is tender (about 10-13 minutes).
  • While the asparagus is simmering, whisk the lemon juice, vinegar, Dijon mustard, and garlic together.
  • Gradually add the olive oil and then the black pepper.
  • Once you have drained the asparagus and let it cool, gently toss it with half of the dressing to coat it well.
  • Toss the remaining dressing with the basil and the mushrooms, and sprinkle the mixture over the asparagus.
  • Season to taste with salt, garnish with freshly grated Parmesan or Mizithra cheese, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 91.3, Fat 7.5, SaturatedFat 1.3, Cholesterol 1.5, Sodium 38.4, Carbohydrate 4.6, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 2.3, Protein 3.1

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.

WARM CHERRY TOMATO SALAD



Warm Cherry Tomato Salad image

Categories     Salad     Tomato     Side     Sauté     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Basil     Vegan     Gourmet     Pescatarian     Paleo     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 1/4 teaspoons minced garlic
6 cups assorted vine-ripened cherry tomatoes, some halved
freshly ground black pepper to taste
1/3 cup finely shredded fresh basil leaves
Garnish: basil sprigs

Steps:

  • In a large non-stick skillet, heat vinegar, oil, and garlic over moderate heat until just simmering. Add tomatoes, pepper, and salt to taste and cook, tossing until slightly tender and heated through, 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Toss tomatoes with shredded basil and garnish with basil sprigs.

EASTER ASPARAGUS SALAD WITH SHRIMP AND CHERRY TOMATOES



Easter Asparagus Salad with Shrimp and Cherry Tomatoes image

This salad is an Easter tradition in our family. The ingredients and flavors say spring, but it is delicious any time of year! Skip the appetizers; the abundance of shrimp make this an appetizer and salad in one. Enjoy!

Provided by Saveur

Time 8h30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups mayonnaise
¼ cup white wine vinegar
¼ cup chopped fresh dill
2 tablespoons water
1 tablespoon minced garlic
salt and ground black pepper to taste
2 pounds asparagus, cut into 2-inch pieces
2 pints cherry tomatoes, halved
2 (8 ounce) packages mixed spring salad greens
1 pound frozen cooked, peeled and deveined shrimp, thawed
2 large avocados, diced

Steps:

  • Combine mayonnaise, vinegar, dill, water, and garlic in a bowl; whisk until well combined. Season with salt and pepper and refrigerate for several hours or overnight for flavors to meld.
  • Bring a pot of lightly salted water to a boil over medium-high heat. Cook asparagus until just tender, about 3 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  • Combine asparagus, cherry tomatoes, salad greens, shrimp, and avocados in a large bowl. Toss with desired amount of dressing and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 613 calories, Carbohydrate 17.8 g, Cholesterol 131.6 mg, Fat 55.2 g, Fiber 8.6 g, Protein 17.5 g, SaturatedFat 8.3 g, Sodium 460.8 mg, Sugar 4.2 g

CORN, CHERRY TOMATO & ASPARAGUS SALAD



Corn, Cherry Tomato & Asparagus Salad image

Make and share this Corn, Cherry Tomato & Asparagus Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Kermit in Huntsville

Categories     Vegetable

Time 15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 lb asparagus (cut into 1/2-inch pieces)
2 cups corn kernels (shucked 2-4 cobs depending on size)
1 cup cherry tomatoes (whole or cut in half depending on size)
1 teaspoon kosher salt
2 tablespoons of fresh mint (chopped)

Steps:

  • Place lemon juice in a medium bowl and slowly whisk in the olive oil.
  • Prepare an ice bath.
  • In a large pot of boiling water add 1 tablespoon of salt.
  • Add corn and asparagus and blanch till tender crisp.
  • Strain into colander and place into ice bath until completely cool.
  • Strain and let sit to completely drain all the water.
  • Place in a large bowl with the tomatoes, reserved dressing and the mint.
  • salt & pepper to taste.
  • Serve chilled or at room temperature.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 151.9, Fat 9.7, SaturatedFat 1.4, Sodium 305.1, Carbohydrate 16.4, Fiber 3.3, Sugar 1.8, Protein 3.8

ASPARAGUS-TOMATO SALAD WITH DRESSING



Asparagus-Tomato Salad with Dressing image

This is a delicious way to start off any meal- and a nice change of pace from the usual tossed salad.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

DRESSING:
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon red wine vinegar
1/2 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
SALAD:
12 fresh asparagus spears, cut into 1-1/2-inch pieces
3 small tomatoes, seeded and diced
1 small red onion, sliced

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, whisk together dressing ingredients; set aside. Place asparagus in a large saucepan with enough water to cover; cook until crisp-tender. Drain and cool. , Combine asparagus, tomatoes and onion in a bowl. Pour dressing over salad; toss to coat. Serve immediately or refrigerate.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 66 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 175mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

ASPARAGUS MOZZARELLA SALAD



Asparagus Mozzarella Salad image

This refreshing dish is perfect for picnics, barbecues or any other warm-weather gathering. Toss leftovers with pasta. -Lisa Gibbs, Muskegon, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 15 servings (2/3 cup each).

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 pounds fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
1 pound fresh mozzarella cheese, cubed
2 cups grape tomatoes
1 medium red onion, halved and sliced
1/4 cup minced fresh basil
DRESSING:
1/4 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons lemon juice

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, bring 1/2 in. of water to a boil. Add asparagus; cover and boil for 3 minutes. Drain and immediately place asparagus in ice water. Drain and pat dry. Transfer to a large bowl. Add the cheese, tomatoes, onion and basil., In a small bowl, whisk the oil, vinegar, garlic, salt, mustard and pepper. Pour over salad; toss to coat. Drizzle with lemon juice. Chill until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 135 calories, Fat 10g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 24mg cholesterol, Sodium 132mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

WARM ASPARAGUS SALAD WITH TOMATOES



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You can eat this asparagus salad cold and use leftover cooked asparagus but I prefer it when the asparagus is still a little bit warm. Tastes great with meat or fish dishes.

Provided by backfee

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Tomato Salad Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, or more as needed
1 clove garlic, minced
1 pound asparagus spears, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
salt to taste
1 squeeze lemon juice, or to taste
1 (10 ounce) basket cherry tomatoes, halved
2 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon white sugar
½ teaspoon salt
4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat and cook garlic until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add asparagus and stir-fry until tender but still firm to the bite, 5 to 7 minutes. Season with salt and drizzle with lemon juice. Place in a bowl and add cherry tomatoes.
  • Stir vinegar, mustard, sugar, and salt together in a small bowl. Pour in olive oil and mix well. Drizzle dressing over asparagus and tomatoes and mix well. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 121.6 calories, Carbohydrate 10.5 g, Fat 8.4 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 3.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 371.4 mg, Sugar 4.3 g

ASPARAGUS AND TOMATO SALAD WITH GOAT CHEESE



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This salad is fresh, tangy, a little bit sweet, and makes a nice side dish for steak, fish, chicken, or pork.

Provided by Soup Loving Nicole

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Tomato Salad Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

¼ cup balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon honey
1 teaspoon minced garlic
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 pound fresh asparagus, cut into 2-inch pieces
1 cup grape tomatoes, halved
2 ounces goat cheese, cubed

Steps:

  • Bring balsamic vinegar to a boil in a small saucepan over medium-high heat. Boil for 3 minutes. Remove from heat and whisk in olive oil, Dijon mustard, honey, garlic, salt, and pepper. Set aside.
  • Bring a separate pot of water to a boil and cook asparagus for 3 minutes. Drain in a colander and run under cold water to stop the cooking process. Shake off excess moisture.
  • Combine asparagus and grape tomatoes in a large bowl. Drizzle dressing over the top and toss until evenly coated. Add goat cheese and toss again. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 86.5 calories, Carbohydrate 7.2 g, Cholesterol 7.5 mg, Fat 5.3 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 101.8 mg, Sugar 4.1 g

ASPARAGUS AND GRAPE TOMATO SALAD



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This colorful, light salad was a hit at our church's cooking club. It's easy to assemble and delicious, too. -Dorothy Buhr, Ogden, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound fresh asparagus, cut into 1-inch lengths
1 small zucchini, halved and sliced
1 cup grape or cherry tomatoes
1/4 cup sliced green onions
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 teaspoon seasoned salt
1/4 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese, optional
2 tablespoons sunflower kernels, toasted, optional

Steps:

  • Place the asparagus and zucchini in a steamer basket; place in a saucepan over 1 in. of water. Bring to a boil; cover and steam for 2 minutes. Rinse in cold water., In a large bowl, combine the asparagus, zucchini, tomatoes, onions and parsley. , Whisk the oil, vinegar, garlic, seasoned salt and mustard; pour over asparagus mixture and toss to coat. Sprinkle with cheese and sunflower kernels if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 81 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 78mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh asparagus and cherry tomatoes at their peak of ripeness.
  • If you don't have balsamic glaze, you can make your own by reducing balsamic vinegar in a saucepan over medium heat until it thickens and becomes syrupy.
  • To save time, you can roast the asparagus and cherry tomatoes in advance. Just store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • This salad is also great with grilled or roasted chicken, fish, or shrimp.

Conclusion:

This WW Balsamic Asparagus and Cherry Tomato Salad is a delicious and healthy side dish that's perfect for any occasion. It's easy to make and can be customized to your liking. So next time you're looking for a light and refreshing salad, give this one a try!

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