ASPARAGUS MOZZARELLA SALAD

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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

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

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.

Olayinka Oluwayemi
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This is my new favorite salad! It's so easy to make and so delicious.


Jessica Martin
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved the combination of flavors.


kp pineda
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This salad is a great healthy option for lunch or dinner. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Bijaya Pariyar
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I love that this salad is so versatile. You can add or subtract ingredients depending on what you have on hand.


bryan monton
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover roasted asparagus. I usually have a bunch leftover after I make asparagus soup, and this is a great way to use it up.


Emiliano Diaz
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I'm not a huge fan of mozzarella cheese, but I really enjoyed it in this salad. It was a great complement to the asparagus and tomatoes.


Chris Gosse
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This salad is a great make-ahead option. You can make it up to a day in advance and it will still taste great.


MH Alomgir Farabi
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I love the combination of flavors in this salad. The asparagus, mozzarella, and tomatoes are a perfect match.


taekook lover786
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I'm always looking for new ways to use asparagus, and this salad is a great option. It's so easy to make and so delicious.


ch Wajid
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This salad is a great way to sneak some extra vegetables into your diet. My kids love it!


Arafat Islam
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I've never been a big fan of asparagus, but this salad changed my mind. The asparagus was perfectly roasted and the dressing was amazing.


Josefata Biu
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This salad is perfect for summer. It's light and refreshing, and the flavors are so bright.


MATTHEW OFFICIAL
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I love the simplicity of this salad. It's just a few fresh ingredients tossed together with a light dressing.


MD AL AMIN Rifat
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This is my new favorite salad! It's so easy to make and so delicious.


Ali Naqi
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved the combination of flavors.


Hayley Clark Ford
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This salad is a great healthy option for lunch or dinner. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Ansar Ullah10
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I love that this salad is so versatile. You can add or subtract ingredients depending on what you have on hand.


Talha Faisal
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover asparagus. I usually roast a bunch of asparagus on the weekend and then use it in this salad during the week.


Shantel Chaka
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I've made this salad several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's so easy to make and looks so impressive.


Basanta Prem
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This salad was a hit at my last dinner party! The flavors of the asparagus, mozzarella, and tomatoes were perfectly balanced, and the dressing was light and refreshing.