Asparagus Mozzarella Salad
TOTAL TIME: Prep/Total Time: 25 min.
YIELD: 15 servings (2/3 cup each).
This refreshing dish is perfect for picnics, barbecues or any other warm-weather gathering. Toss leftovers with pasta. —Lisa Gibbs, Muskegon, Michigan
Ingredients
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2 pounds fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
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1 pound fresh mozzarella cheese, cubed
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2 cups grape tomatoes
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1 medium red onion, halved and sliced
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1/4 cup minced fresh basil
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DRESSING:
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1/4 cup olive oil
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2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
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1 garlic clove, minced
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
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1/4 teaspoon pepper
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2 tablespoons lemon juice
Directions
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1.
In a large saucepan, bring 1/2 in. 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.
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2.
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
2/3 cup: 135 calories, 10g fat (5g saturated fat), 24mg cholesterol, 132mg sodium, 4g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 6g protein.
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