Name: Asparagus Mozzarella Salad
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 15 servings (2/3 cup each)
Ingredients: 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

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

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Yield:15 servings (2/3 cup each)

Prep:20 min

Cook:5 min

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Ingredients

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

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Directions

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.

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.