Elevate your summer dining experience with a refreshing and vibrant Asparagus, Corn, and Tomato Salad! This delightful dish bursts with the flavors of fresh, seasonal produce, making it a perfect side or main course for warm-weather gatherings. Asparagus provides a crisp texture and slightly bitter note, while sweet corn adds a touch of natural sweetness. Juicy tomatoes bring a burst of color and tangy flavor, while red onion adds a subtle sharpness. Fresh herbs like basil and chives add a pop of aromatic freshness, and a tangy dressing made with olive oil, lemon juice, and Dijon mustard ties all the flavors together. With its vibrant colors and delicious taste, this salad is sure to be a hit at your next barbecue or picnic.
In addition to the main recipe, the article also includes variations and additional recipes to cater to different dietary preferences and tastes. For those who prefer a vegan option, there's a recipe for a creamy avocado dressing that adds a rich and satisfying creaminess without compromising the salad's freshness. There's also a recipe for a simple grilled corn salad that showcases the sweet and smoky flavors of grilled corn. And for those who love the combination of asparagus and tomatoes, there's a recipe for a roasted asparagus and tomato salad that brings out the natural sweetness of the vegetables. With so many delicious options to choose from, you're sure to find the perfect salad to complement your summer meals.
PASTA SALAD WITH ASPARAGUS, CORN AND SUN-DRIED TOMATOES
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook as the label directs; drain and rinse under cold water. Transfer to a large bowl.
- Add the asparagus, corn and sun-dried tomatoes to the bowl with the pasta.
- Make the dressing: Mix the mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, garlic, parmesan, and salt and pepper to taste in a bowl. Pour over the pasta salad and toss to coat. Season with salt and pepper. Chill for up to 3 hours.
FRESH CORN AND TOMATO SALAD
Steps:
- Whisk together the vinegar, 2 teaspoons salt and some pepper in a small bowl. Gradually whisk in the oil, starting with a few drops and then adding the rest in a steady stream, to make a smooth dressing.
- Shear off the corn kernels with a sharp knife over a bowl (you should have about 4 cups). Toss in the tomatoes, mozzarella and scallions. Pour the vinaigrette over the salad and toss to coat. Cover and let stand for at least 15 minutes and up to 2 hours. Before serving, tear the basil over the salad and stir.
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.
SUMMER ASPARAGUS, CORN AND TOMATO SALAD
So refreshing, so many textures. I got this from HEB Showtime Magazine. I just loved it. Delicious and Healthy.
Provided by scwheeler24
Categories Corn
Time 22m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Break or cut tough ends from asparagus and discard. Cook asparagus in boiling water 2 minutes and drain well and place in ice water to stop cooking. Cut diagonally into 1 1/2 in pieces. Cut avocado in cubes or slice.
- Cut corn kernels from cobs with a sharp knife into a large deep bowl; cut close enough to release milky white substance with kernels.
- Halve tomatoes; toss gently with corn, asparagus and basil. Add dressing mixture and toss to coat; season with salt and pepper to taste. Let stand a few minutes if time allows.
- Top with avocado and crumbled cheese right before serving.
- These ingredients need not be exact. Add or subract to your liking.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 238.9, Fat 17.5, SaturatedFat 3.3, Cholesterol 4.2, Sodium 122.8, Carbohydrate 19.3, Fiber 6.7, Sugar 5.4, Protein 6.3
SUMMER CORN SALAD WITH ASPARAGUS
A simple, sweet and enjoyable taste of summer. This salad is great served as a side dish, or serve with nacho chips.
Provided by Jocelyn
Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes Corn Salad Recipes
Time 30m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-low heat and lightly oil grate.
- Place the ears of corn on the grill and cook until the kernels are tender, about ten minutes turning frequently. Remove the ears from the grill and cool. Cut the kernels off of the cob.
- Fill a large saucepan with lightly salted water and bring to a boil over high heat. Add asparagus and cook until just tender, about 1 minute. Drain in a colander and rinse immediately under cold, running water until well chilled. Set aside.
- Combine the corn, asparagus, roasted peppers, garlic, basil, olive oil, and balsamic vinegar in a large bowl; season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve at room temperature or chilled.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 173.7 calories, Carbohydrate 34.5 g, Fat 4 g, Fiber 5.4 g, Protein 6.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 154.8 mg, Sugar 7.6 g
SUMMER ANYTIME CRISP CORN SALAD
This quick and easy salad is so tasty as a replacement for other salads at picnics, pitch-ins, and barbecues. No mayo to spoil, and goes together in a snap. I've left out the tomato and it's still great. In winter, I make this with hamburgers to remind us summer is not far away. I use super-sweet, sweet yellow and white, or Summer Crisp corn. If you use fresh sweet corn, be sure to blanch it first and then give it a bath in ice water to keep it crispy. Tasty ! Easily doubled -- this batch makes just enough for my husband and I.
Provided by MOOSETRAX75
Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes Corn Salad Recipes
Time 40m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Whisk together the apple cider vinegar, sugar, olive oil, water, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Add the corn, green and red bell peppers, onion, and tomato, and lightly toss. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 161.8 calories, Carbohydrate 30.5 g, Fat 4.5 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 3.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 321.8 mg, Sugar 11.9 g
PAN-ROASTED CORN AND TOMATO SALAD
You can take a corn and tomato salad in a number of directions, but at the end of the day it shouldn't be much more than a dish you can make perfectly only in mid- to late summer, and one that showcases its primary ingredients. My version here marries corn and tomatoes with chile, avocado, cilantro and lime. It is just plain good. At the end, you've got meaty smokiness from bacon; that incredible sweetness of corn; the fruity acidity of tomato; the tender, smooth fattiness of avocado, and the sharpness of chile. It's a summer winner, one that you shouldn't even try after the first frost.
Provided by Mark Bittman
Categories easy, quick, one pot, side dish
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Cook bacon in a large skillet over medium-high heat until it begins to render fat; add onion and cook until just softened, about 5 minutes, then add corn. Continue cooking, stirring or shaking pan occasionally, until corn begins to brown a bit, about 5 more minutes; remove from heat and let cool for a few minutes. Drain fat if you wish.
- Put lime juice in a large bowl and add bacon-corn mixture; then toss with remaining ingredients. Taste, adjust the seasoning and serve warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 311, UnsaturatedFat 14 grams, Carbohydrate 30 grams, Fat 20 grams, Fiber 7 grams, Protein 9 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Sodium 692 milligrams, Sugar 10 grams, TransFat 0 grams
CORN, CHERRY TOMATO & ASPARAGUS SALAD
Make and share this Corn, Cherry Tomato & Asparagus Salad recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Kermit in Huntsville
Categories Vegetable
Time 15m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place lemon juice in a medium bowl and slowly whisk in the olive oil.
- Prepare an ice bath.
- In a large pot of boiling water add 1 tablespoon of salt.
- Add corn and asparagus and blanch till tender crisp.
- Strain into colander and place into ice bath until completely cool.
- Strain and let sit to completely drain all the water.
- Place in a large bowl with the tomatoes, reserved dressing and the mint.
- salt & pepper to taste.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 151.9, Fat 9.7, SaturatedFat 1.4, Sodium 305.1, Carbohydrate 16.4, Fiber 3.3, Sugar 1.8, Protein 3.8
SUMMER CORN SALAD
This beautiful salad truly captures the summer season. It's chock full of fresh veggies and basil, and feta cheese gives it a rich, tangy flavor the whole family will love. -Priscilla Yee, Concord, California
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch Side Dishes
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a small bowl, whisk 4 teaspoons oil, lime juice, salt and pepper sauce; set aside., In a large skillet, cook and stir corn in remaining oil over medium-high heat until tender. Transfer to a salad bowl; cool slightly. Add the tomatoes, cucumber, onion and basil. Drizzle with dressing and toss to coat., Let stand for 10 minutes before serving or refrigerate until chilled. Sprinkle with cheese just before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 136 calories, Fat 8g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 231mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
CORN SALAD WITH TOMATOES, BASIL AND CILANTRO
High summer produce comes together in this simple mix, tangy with lime juice and full of fresh herbs. Even in the height of the season, corn gets a touch sweeter when heated, and the easiest way to do it is in the microwave. It takes just a few minutes to zap the corn cobs in their husks, which makes them easy to shuck. The silks will slip right off the sweeter and still-crisp corn. Picking basil and cilantro leaves by hand then tearing them right over the salad keeps their delicate fragrance intact. Serve this with anything off the grill or alongside tacos or sandwiches.
Provided by Genevieve Ko
Categories dinner, easy, lunch, quick, snack, weeknight, salads and dressings, vegetables, side dish
Time 15m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Microwave the corn in their husks on high for 3 minutes. Shuck the corn - the silks will come off easily. (If you want to boil or steam the corn on the stovetop, you can shuck the corn first then cook just until brighter in color, 2 to 3 minutes.) Cut the kernels off the cobs, transfer them to a large bowl and add the tomatoes.
- Finely grate the zest of the lime directly over the corn mixture, then squeeze the juice from the lime all over. Add the oil, a generous pinch of salt and the chile, if using. Mix well, then tear the herbs over the salad and gently fold them in. Season to taste with salt and serve, or refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 1 day.
Tips:
- Choose fresh, young asparagus spears for the best flavor and texture.
- Trim the asparagus spears by snapping off the tough ends.
- 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 bright green and tender.
- Immediately transfer the asparagus to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process.
- Use a sharp knife to cut the corn kernels off the cob.
- Choose ripe, juicy tomatoes for the best flavor.
- To make the dressing, whisk together the olive oil, vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
- Toss the asparagus, corn, tomatoes, and dressing together in a large bowl.
- Serve the salad immediately, or chill it for later.
Conclusion:
This summer asparagus, corn, and tomato salad is a delicious and refreshing side dish that is perfect for any summer gathering. The asparagus, corn, and tomatoes are all at their peak of flavor in the summer, and the dressing is light and flavorful. This salad is also very easy to make, and it can be made ahead of time. So, next time you are looking for a healthy and delicious summer side dish, give this salad a try. You won't be disappointed!
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