Asparagus-Tomato Salad Recipe

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

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Asparagus-Tomato Salad Recipe
  • Prep/Total Time: 30 min.
  • Yield: 4 Servings
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Ingredients

  • 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

Directions

  • 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. Yield: 4 servings.

Nutritional Facts 1 serving (1/2 cup) equals 66 calories, 4 g fat (1 g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 175 mg sodium, 8 g carbohydrate, 2 g fiber, 2 g protein.

Originally published as Asparagus-Tomato Salad in Bountiful Harvest Cookbook , p65

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Reviewed on Jun. 17, 2012 by yssav

This was an awesome receipe ! Took it to neighbor cook out and everyone enjoyed !!!

Reviewed on Apr. 08, 2012 by Ab0628

I love this recipe. I love chilled, crisp asparagus in salads, and I love asparagus with tomatoes. I am always looking for different salads to take for my lunch to help me stay on track with healthy eating, and this recipe is a keeper.

Reviewed on May. 02, 2011 by harnettdm

Easy to make and dellicious!

 
 
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