GREEK ASPARAGUS SALAD

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Asparagus is one of my favorite spring vegetables, but my family gets bored with it. So I developed a tasty variation of my favorite beet salad using asparagus instead. My husband gave this yummy asparagus salad rave reviews. -Kriss Erickson, Everett, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 whole garlic bulb
3 teaspoons olive oil, divided
1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and halved
1/4 cup chopped red onion
1/4 cup pitted Greek olives
1/4 cup reduced-fat balsamic vinaigrette
1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

  • Remove papery outer skin from garlic (do not peel or separate cloves). Cut top off of garlic bulb. Brush with 1 teaspoon oil. Wrap bulb in heavy-duty foil. Bake at 425° for 30-35 minutes or until garlic is softened. Cool for 10 minutes., Meanwhile, place asparagus on a 15-in. x 10-in. x 1-in. baking pan. Drizzle with remaining oil; toss to coat. Bake at 425° for 20-25 minutes or until tender, turning once., Squeeze softened garlic into a small bowl; mash slightly. Stir in the asparagus, onion, olives and vinaigrette; toss to coat. Sprinkle with feta before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 128 calories, Fat 9g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 328mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Shan Sheihk
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This salad is a great way to enjoy fresh asparagus. The flavors are simple but delicious, and the salad is easy to make.


Jennifer Macfarlane
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This salad is delicious! The asparagus is cooked perfectly and the dressing is flavorful. I'll definitely be making this again.


TheBosssDJ
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover asparagus. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Olive Manansala
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I made this salad for a party and it was a hit! Everyone loved it. I'll definitely be making it again.


K Stephen Holy
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This salad is a great summer dish. It's light and refreshing, and the flavors are perfect for a warm day.


MANISH GHALAN
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I love this salad! It's so refreshing and flavorful. The asparagus is cooked perfectly and the dressing is delicious.


Nathan Gilbert
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This salad is a great way to enjoy fresh asparagus. The flavors are simple but delicious, and the salad is easy to make.


Koban Shaban
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I'm not a big fan of asparagus, but this salad changed my mind. The asparagus was cooked perfectly and the dressing was delicious. I'll definitely be making this salad again.


Joe Traveler
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved the asparagus and the tomatoes, and they didn't even notice the cucumbers.


Anionted Micheal
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This salad is a great way to impress your guests. It's simple to make but it looks and tastes like a restaurant-quality dish.


Samantha Tate
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I love the combination of flavors in this salad. The asparagus is slightly charred, the tomatoes are sweet, and the feta cheese is salty. It's all tied together with a tangy dressing.


Heindrich Williams
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover asparagus. I had some leftover from a previous meal and this was a great way to use it up.


chad martin
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook asparagus and this salad is a great option. It's a simple but delicious dish that can be served as a side or a main course.


Ansarull sorker
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I made this salad for a picnic and it was a perfect dish to transport. It held up well and the flavors were even better the next day.


Naveed Hassan
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. It's packed with asparagus, tomatoes, cucumbers, and feta cheese.


Suvro Shing
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I love the simplicity of this salad. It's just a few fresh ingredients tossed together with a light dressing, but it's so flavorful.


BISMARK NANA ANSAH
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This salad is so easy to make and it's a great way to use up fresh asparagus. I'll definitely be making it again.


FF JoyFK
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I'm not usually a fan of asparagus, but this salad changed my mind. The asparagus was cooked perfectly and the dressing was delicious.


saju mia
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved the combination of flavors and textures and it was gone in minutes.


Mahmood Anwar
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This Greek asparagus salad is a refreshing and flavorful dish that is perfect for a summer meal. The asparagus is cooked to perfection and has a slightly charred flavor, while the tomatoes, cucumbers, and feta cheese add a nice balance of sweetness a


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