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Asparagus Tomato Salad Recipe

This vibrant asparagus and tomato salad is a refreshing, light, and flavorful alternative to traditional lettuce salads! Perfectly blanched asparagus spears are tossed with juicy tomatoes, creamy feta, fragrant basil, and a tangy balsamic vinaigrette. Ready in under 20 minutes, this recipe is perfect for a quick weeknight meal or a delightful summer side dish.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 226.2 kcal
Protein 24g
Rating 4.9 (13 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Asparagus Tomato Salad

  • 1 pound Asparagus
  • 2 cups halved cherry or grape Tomatoes
  • 1/4 cup chopped Fresh Basil leaves
  • 1/2 teaspoon Sea Salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon Fresh Ground Black Pepper
  • 4 ounces Feta Cheese
  • 2 tablespoons Balsamic Vinegar

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How to Make Asparagus Tomato Salad

  1. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Snap off the tough ends of 1 pound of asparagus and blanch for 2-3 minutes until bright green and crisp-tender. Immediately plunge into an ice bath to stop the cooking process.
  2. Once cooled, chop the asparagus into 1-inch pieces.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the chopped asparagus with 2 cups of halved cherry or grape tomatoes.
  4. Add 1/4 cup of chopped fresh basil leaves, 1/2 teaspoon of sea salt, and 1/4 teaspoon of freshly ground black pepper.
  5. Crumble 4 ounces of feta cheese over the salad and gently toss to combine.
  6. Refrigerate for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
  7. Before serving, drizzle 2 tablespoons of balsamic vinegar over the salad and toss gently.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

51 g

Sugar

46g

Fat

43g

Carbs

5g

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