**Asparagus and Tomato Salad with Yogurt-Cheese Dressing: A Refreshing and Flavorful Summer Dish**
When the summer sun is shining and the garden is overflowing with fresh produce, there's nothing quite like a light and refreshing salad to enjoy. This asparagus and tomato salad is the perfect way to celebrate the season's bounty. With its vibrant colors, crisp textures, and tangy yogurt-cheese dressing, this salad is sure to be a hit at your next gathering. But this article doesn't just offer one recipe—it's a treasure trove of culinary delights, featuring variations on this classic salad as well as additional delectable dishes to tantalize your taste buds. From a hearty chicken and asparagus salad to a creamy asparagus soup, and even a unique asparagus and strawberry salsa, there's something for everyone in this collection of asparagus-inspired recipes.
ASPARAGUS-TOMATO SALAD WITH DRESSING
This is a delicious way to start off any meal- and a nice change of pace from the usual tossed salad.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- 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.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 66 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 175mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein.
ASPARAGUS, TOMATO AND GOAT CHEESE SALAD
Impress your guests with Asparagus, Tomato and Goat Cheese Salad, a bistro-style dish for four. Your friends are sure to love the delicate flavors and rich colors of our Asparagus, Tomato and Goat Cheese Salad. You should probably get working on finding a reason to have them over!
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Recipes
Time 15m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Arrange first 3 ingredients on platter.
- Top with remaining ingredients.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 240, Fat 21 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Sodium 700 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 6 g
ASPARAGUS AND TOMATO SALAD WITH GOAT CHEESE
This salad is fresh, tangy, a little bit sweet, and makes a nice side dish for steak, fish, chicken, or pork.
Provided by Soup Loving Nicole
Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes Tomato Salad Recipes
Time 25m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Bring balsamic vinegar to a boil in a small saucepan over medium-high heat. Boil for 3 minutes. Remove from heat and whisk in olive oil, Dijon mustard, honey, garlic, salt, and pepper. Set aside.
- Bring a separate pot of water to a boil and cook asparagus for 3 minutes. Drain in a colander and run under cold water to stop the cooking process. Shake off excess moisture.
- Combine asparagus and grape tomatoes in a large bowl. Drizzle dressing over the top and toss until evenly coated. Add goat cheese and toss again. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 86.5 calories, Carbohydrate 7.2 g, Cholesterol 7.5 mg, Fat 5.3 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 101.8 mg, Sugar 4.1 g
ASPARAGUS AND TOMATO SALAD WITH YOGURT-CHEESE DRESSING
A yummy and low-fat salad.
Provided by jen
Categories Tomato Salad
Time 10m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Thaw frozen asparagus and drain well. In a medium bowl, combine the asparagus, tomatoes, onions and set aside.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the yogurt, cheese and mustard. Add to the vegetable mixture and toss until well coated. To serve, line salad plates with romaine lettuce leaves and spoon salad on top.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 40.3 calories, Carbohydrate 6.2 g, Cholesterol 1.3 mg, Fat 0.7 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 4.2 g, SaturatedFat 0.3 g, Sodium 43 mg, Sugar 2.1 g
WARM ASPARAGUS SALAD WITH TOMATOES
You can eat this asparagus salad cold and use leftover cooked asparagus but I prefer it when the asparagus is still a little bit warm. Tastes great with meat or fish dishes.
Provided by backfee
Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes Tomato Salad Recipes
Time 20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat and cook garlic until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add asparagus and stir-fry until tender but still firm to the bite, 5 to 7 minutes. Season with salt and drizzle with lemon juice. Place in a bowl and add cherry tomatoes.
- Stir vinegar, mustard, sugar, and salt together in a small bowl. Pour in olive oil and mix well. Drizzle dressing over asparagus and tomatoes and mix well. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 121.6 calories, Carbohydrate 10.5 g, Fat 8.4 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 3.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 371.4 mg, Sugar 4.3 g
TOMATO SALAD ON CUMIN-SPICED YOGURT
This simple tomato salad is ready in minutes, and works best with a mix of ripe tomatoes from the market that are delicious enough to eat raw. Layered on cumin-spiced yogurt, and slathered in a bright herb dressing, it's hearty enough to have as a late summer meal with a piece of grilled bread. The recipe comes from chef Preeti Mistry, who ran a restaurant in Oakland called Juhu Beach Club, inspired by her unique experience as an Indian-American born in London to Asian parents from East Africa, raised in the American Midwest, who was cheffing in northern California.
Provided by Tejal Rao
Categories easy, quick, salads and dressings, side dish
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a small, dry saucepan over medium heat, toast the cumin seeds until they are toasted and aromatic (do not let them burn!), about 2 minutes. Use a mortar and pestle or spice grinder to grind into a powder. In a small bowl, mix toasted cumin with 2 tablespoons yogurt, turmeric and 1/2 teaspoon salt, until no streaks remain. Set aside.
- To make the dressing, put the garlic, herbs, yogurt, vinegar, 1/2 teaspoon salt and pepper in a food processor, and purée until smooth. With the machine running, pour the oil into the bowl in a slow steady stream. The dressing will become a thin, light green vinaigrette.
- To assemble the salad, spread the remaining 1 cup yogurt on the bottom of a large serving dish. Toss the cut tomatoes with the vinaigrette, and pile them on top of the yogurt. Pour any remaining dressing all over the tomatoes and yogurt. Finish with a sprinkle of Maldon or other crunchy salt, and serve, spooning up the yogurt, tomatoes and dressing all together.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 356, UnsaturatedFat 25 grams, Carbohydrate 12 grams, Fat 32 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 8 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Sodium 759 milligrams, Sugar 8 grams, TransFat 0 grams
LEMONY ASPARAGUS SALAD WITH SHAVED CHEESE AND NUTS
Less is more when it comes to asparagus, especially those first tender stalks that show up in spring. Here they're quickly steamed and turned into an elegant salad tossed with a lemony, shallot dressing, and enriched with plenty of grated Manchego or other cheese. Chopped pistachios add another shade of green to the plate along with their sweet crunch, but use any nuts you like, or skip them entirely. This tangy, bright salad doesn't need them.
Provided by Melissa Clark
Categories vegetables, side dish
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350 degrees. On a rimmed baking sheet, spread pistachios in an even layer and toast for 5 minutes. Remove from oven and let cool enough to handle, then roughly chop.
- Meanwhile, fill a large skillet with 1-inch water. Place steam basket on top, cover and bring to a simmer. Steam asparagus until just tender, about 5 minutes. Drain.
- Finely chop 3 tablespoons mixed soft herbs. In a medium bowl, combine shallot, lemon juice, a pinch of salt and the pepper, and let sit for 2 minutes. Whisk in oil, then stir in pistachios, cheese and chopped herbs.
- To serve, drizzle asparagus with oil and salt to taste. Dollop with dressing, tear remaining 1/2 cup herbs on top, and sprinkle generously with more cheese. Taste and adjust salt as needed.
ASPARAGUS AND TOMATO SALAD WITH YOGURT-CHEESE DRESSING
A yummy and low-fat salad.
Provided by jen
Categories Tomato Salad
Time 10m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Thaw frozen asparagus and drain well. In a medium bowl, combine the asparagus, tomatoes, onions and set aside.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the yogurt, cheese and mustard. Add to the vegetable mixture and toss until well coated. To serve, line salad plates with romaine lettuce leaves and spoon salad on top.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 40.3 calories, Carbohydrate 6.2 g, Cholesterol 1.3 mg, Fat 0.7 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 4.2 g, SaturatedFat 0.3 g, Sodium 43 mg, Sugar 2.1 g
FRESH ASPARAGUS, TOMATO, AND FETA SALAD
This is a fresh summer salad with a light dressing inspired by Mediterranean and Asian flavors.
Provided by Locally Grown
Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes Tomato Salad Recipes
Time 1h20m
Yield 5
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Whisk together the rice vinegar, white sugar, sea salt, sesame oil, and olive oil in the bottom of a salad bowl. Add the asparagus, feta, tomato, green onion, and cilantro to the bowl with the dressing; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 142.7 calories, Carbohydrate 7.8 g, Cholesterol 20.1 mg, Fat 10.9 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 5.1 g, SaturatedFat 4.2 g, Sodium 608.5 mg, Sugar 5.7 g
ASPARAGUS & TOMATO SALAD
This salad is a refreshing change from the usual bed of lettuce! Cook time is blanching of asparagus.
Provided by skat5762
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 15m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Blanch asparagus briefly in boiling water on stove top, then plunge into ice cold water to stop them from cooking.
- Chop asparagus into bite sized pieces.
- In large bowl combine asparagus and tomato.
- Add basil, sea salt and pepper.
- Stir in feta, toss, and refrigerate.
- Before serving, toss with balsamic vinegar.
ASPARAGUS WITH GOAT CHEESE DRESSING
Provided by Florence Fabricant
Categories easy, quick, weekday, appetizer, side dish
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Arrange the asparagus on a platter.
- Beat the vinegar and mustard together, then beat in the olive oil. Sprinkle the goat cheese over the asparagus, drizzle with the dressing, then season with pepper.
- Sprinkle with chervil and serve.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 201, UnsaturatedFat 13 grams, Carbohydrate 5 grams, Fat 18 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 7 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Sodium 114 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams, TransFat 0 grams
ASPARAGUS MOZZARELLA SALAD
This refreshing dish is perfect for picnics, barbecues or any other warm-weather gathering. Toss leftovers with pasta. -Lisa Gibbs, Muskegon, Michigan
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 25m
Yield 15 servings (2/3 cup each).
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, bring 1/2 in. of 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.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 135 calories, Fat 10g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 24mg cholesterol, Sodium 132mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 6g protein.
Tips:
- Choose fresh, ripe ingredients: The quality of your ingredients will greatly impact the taste of your salad. Look for asparagus that is bright green and firm, tomatoes that are ripe and juicy, and fresh herbs.
- Blanch the asparagus: Blanching the asparagus will help to preserve its鮮豔色彩 and crisp texture. To blanch the asparagus, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the asparagus and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the asparagus is tender-crisp. Immediately remove the asparagus from the boiling water and plunge it into a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process.
- Use a variety of tomatoes: Using a variety of tomatoes will add flavor and texture to your salad. Try using a combination of cherry tomatoes, grape tomatoes, and heirloom tomatoes.
- Make the yogurt cheese dressing ahead of time: The yogurt cheese dressing can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. This makes it a great option for busy weeknights.
Conclusion:
This asparagus and tomato salad with yogurt cheese dressing is a light and refreshing salad that is perfect for a summer meal. The asparagus and tomatoes are perfectly complemented by the creamy yogurt cheese dressing. This salad is also a great source of vitamins and minerals, making it a healthy and delicious choice.
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