FRESH TOMATO-BASIL-ASPARAGUS PASTA SALAD

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Fresh Tomato-Basil-Asparagus Pasta Salad image

My favorite kind of summer meal when tomatoes are peaking. You can also just chop up a large tomato versus using grape tomatoes. This is from SOuthern Living.

Provided by KathyP53

Categories     Vegetable

Time 1h14m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (16 ounce) package bow tie pasta
1 lb fresh asparagus
1 cup bottled lemon vinaigrette
1 (1 ounce) package fresh basil, chopped
1 pint grape tomatoes, halved
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions, adding asparagus, cut into 2" pieces, during the last 2 minutes of cooking time. Drain and rinse under cool water.
  • Stir together 1 cup bottled lemon vinaigrette and chopped basil. Pour 3/4 cup of dressing over pasta mixture. Stir in tomatoes, and salt and pepper to taste. COver and chill 1 hour. Toss with remaining dressing just before serving. Garnish with additional freshly basil.

Jahid HD
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This is one of my favorite pasta salad recipes. It's easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Babirye Mary
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The flavors in this pasta salad are amazing! The tomatoes, basil, and asparagus pair perfectly together. I'll definitely be making this again!


Habibur rehman
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This pasta salad is a great way to use up leftover asparagus. It's also a great dish to take to potlucks or picnics.


Md julker Naeem
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This was a great recipe! I made it for a party and everyone loved it. The dressing is especially delicious.


Haleemarh Karim
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This pasta salad is simple to make and it's always a hit. I usually add some grilled chicken or shrimp for extra protein.


Jimmy Mills
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I love the combination of tomatoes, basil, and asparagus in this pasta salad. It's a refreshing and flavorful dish that's perfect for a summer meal.


Noha Abdo
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This was a great way to use up some leftover asparagus. The pasta salad was light and flavorful, and the dressing was perfect.


Marisela Ruiz
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This is one of my favorite pasta salad recipes. It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Wayne Willis
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I'm not a huge fan of asparagus, but I really enjoyed this pasta salad. The tomatoes and basil helped to balance out the flavor of the asparagus. I'll definitely make this again!


Jam shahid Jamshahid
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This was a great recipe! I made it for a party and everyone loved it. The dressing is especially delicious.


Chakrabarty Rony
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I've made this pasta salad several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's light and refreshing, yet still filling. Perfect for a summer picnic or potluck.


Cabdifitaax Haybe
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This recipe is a great way to use up fresh summer produce. The colors are beautiful and the flavors are even better. I highly recommend it!


Yvonne Kebabe
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Easy to make and delicious! I added some grilled chicken for extra protein and it was a perfect meal.


Jabez Naidoo
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Followed the recipe exactly and it turned out great! The asparagus was perfectly cooked and the dressing was flavorful without being overpowering. Will definitely make this again.


Mone Williams
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This pasta salad was a hit at my last potluck! The flavors of the fresh tomatoes, basil, and asparagus paired perfectly with the tangy dressing. I'll definitely be making this again soon!