Best Asparagus Yellow Pepper Tomato Salad Recipes

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ASPARAGUS & TOMATO SALAD



Asparagus & Tomato Salad image

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

1 bunch asparagus, trimmed
1 lb tomatoes, diced
1 1/2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
1 teaspoon sea salt
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1/2 lb feta cheese, crumbled
1/2 cup balsamic vinegar

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-TOMATO SALAD WITH DRESSING



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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

DRESSING:
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon red wine vinegar
1/2 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
SALAD:
12 fresh asparagus spears, cut into 1-1/2-inch pieces
3 small tomatoes, seeded and diced
1 small red onion, sliced

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.

ROASTED ASPARAGUS AND YELLOW PEPPER SALAD



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This delicious cold roasted asparagus recipe is great if you love asparagus, and even if you don't. The tangy dressing and the roasted taste of the asparagus and peppers brings it all together. You can make this a day ahead of serving. You may not need to use all of the dressing. Also, you can make the vegetables the night before and add the dressing a few hours before serving.

Provided by Kim

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Asparagus Salad Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 ½ pounds fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into thirds
2 medium yellow bell peppers, seeded and diced
¼ cup olive oil
1 large red onion, cut into strips
¼ cup toasted almond slices
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
½ cup olive oil
3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 teaspoons lime juice
2 teaspoons sugar
1 teaspoon hot sauce
salad seasoning mix to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Arrange the asparagus spears and bell peppers in a single layer on the baking sheet, and drizzle or mist with 1/4 cup of olive oil.
  • Roast 8 to 10 minutes in the preheated oven, or until tender, turning occasionally to prevent burning. Remove from heat, and cool completely.
  • In a bowl, toss together the asparagus, bell peppers, onion, almond slices, and Parmesan cheese.
  • In a separate bowl, mix the 1/2 cup olive oil, Dijon mustard, garlic, lime juice, sugar, hot sauce, and salad seasoning. Pour over the salad, and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 276.7 calories, Carbohydrate 10.8 g, Cholesterol 5.6 mg, Fat 24.5 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 5.8 g, SaturatedFat 4.1 g, Sodium 267.4 mg, Sugar 4.4 g

ASPARAGUS AVOCADO TOMATO SALAD



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Make and share this Asparagus Avocado Tomato Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by MissyMid-West

Categories     Vegetable

Time 35m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups asparagus
1 cup avocado (ripe)
1 cup tomatoes, vine ripe if possible
1/2 cup vinaigrette dressing, use your favorite
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Slice Asparagus diagonally then steam the asparagus until it is still a bit firm and crunchy. You do not want it mushy.
  • Chop tomatoes & chop Avocado's Add all above to a large bowl.
  • Pour over Italian or Greek Vinaigrette salad dressing.
  • Add salt pepper to taste*If you like garlic add some fresh pressed.
  • it is always great!
  • Toss and stick in the fridge for an hour.
  • Ready to serve!
  • Any leftovers squeeze a bit of lemon and toss to keep the avocado fresh for the next eating encounter.
  • ~ENJOY~.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 228.2, Fat 21.4, SaturatedFat 3.7, Sodium 17.8, Carbohydrate 9.4, Fiber 4.8, Sugar 3.4, Protein 3.3

ASPARAGUS AND TOMATO PASTA SALAD



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This easy, summery side or lunch can be prepared the night before.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 cups uncooked rotini pasta (9 oz)
1 lb asparagus, cut into 2-inch pieces (2 cups)
1/4 cup vegetable oil
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
3/4 cup chopped yellow bell pepper
2 large tomatoes, cut into 2-inch pieces (2 cups)
Freshly cracked pepper, if desired

Steps:

  • Cook pasta as directed on package, adding asparagus for last 2 minutes of cooking; drain. Rinse with cold water; drain.
  • In tightly covered container, shake oil, vinegar, mustard and garlic salt.
  • In large bowl, toss pasta, asparagus, bell pepper, tomatoes and oil mixture. Cover and refrigerate at least 30 minutes to blend flavors but no longer than 24 hours. Serve with pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 250, Carbohydrate 39 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 4 g, Protein 7 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 280 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 0 g

ASPARAGUS AND SUN-DRIED TOMATO SALAD



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Provided by Aaron McCargo Jr.

Categories     side-dish

Time 18m

Yield 3 to 5 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 bunches asparagus, stems trimmed and split lengthwise
2 tablespoons chopped fresh garlic
1/4 cup vegetable oil
3 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons ground black pepper
2 tablespoons coarsely chopped rosemary leaves
2 tablespoons coarsely chopped thyme leaves
1 (8-ounce) jar julienne sliced sun-dried tomatoes in oil, drained
12 shiitake mushrooms, stems removed and sliced thin

Steps:

  • Preheat grill on medium-high heat.
  • Add asparagus, chopped garlic, vegebtable oil, salt and pepper, rosemary and thyme to a large bowl. Mix together. Grill asparagus for 3 to 4 minutes. Place asparagus back into bowl. Add julienne-sliced sun-dried tomatoes. Mix together.
  • Remove 2 tablespoons oil from asparagus mixture, and place into saute pan. Add mushrooms; cook for 3 to 4 minutes until browned and crisp.
  • Remove mushrooms and mix into asparagus mixture. Serve at room temperature.

TUSCAN-STYLE ROASTED ASPARAGUS



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This is especially wonderful when locally grown asparagus is in season and so easy for celebrations because you can serve it hot or cold. This is how to bake asparagus. -Jannine Fisk, Malden, Massachusetts

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 35m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1-1/2 pounds fresh asparagus, trimmed
1-1/2 cups grape tomatoes, halved
3 tablespoons pine nuts
3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°. Place the asparagus, tomatoes and pine nuts on a foil-lined 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Mix 2 tablespoons oil, garlic, salt and pepper; add to asparagus and toss to coat. , Bake 15-20 minutes or just until asparagus is tender. Drizzle with remaining oil and the lemon juice; sprinkle with cheese and lemon aest. Toss to combine.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 95 calories, Fat 8g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 294mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

MARINATED ASPARAGUS AND YELLOW PEAR TOMATOES



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Provided by Aljean Harmetz

Categories     easy, side dish

Time 45m

Yield Ten servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

Salt to taste, if desired
3 1/2 pounds asparagus, trimmed
1 1/2 teaspoons dry mustard
Freshly ground pepper to taste
2 tablespoons tarragon red-wine vinegar
2/3 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon chopped fresh tarragon
1 head purple flowering kale
1/2 pint yellow pear tomatoes

Steps:

  • In each of two skillets, bring one and one-half inches of salted water to a boil. Add the asparagus and cook, covered, for three to five minutes, according to doneness desired.
  • Drain the asparagus and refresh it in ice water to stop the cooking. Drain well and place it on a flat dish.
  • Combine the mustard, salt, pepper and vinegar in a small mixing bowl. Whisk in the olive oil until well combined. Stir in the tarragon.
  • Pour the mixture over the asparagus, toss to coat and marinate for one-half hour or until ready to serve.
  • Arrange the flowering kale leaves on a serving platter. Place the asparagus on top and garnish with the tomatoes. Pour any remaining marinade over it.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 172, UnsaturatedFat 12 grams, Carbohydrate 8 grams, Fat 15 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 4 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 478 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams

PASTA, ASPARAGUS & MARINATED TOMATO SALAD



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I got this recipe from the Delicious magazine. A light and easy pasta salad, I do use more asparagus in my salad and top with grated parmesan cheese. The original recipe did not call for mustard, but I tried it with mustard and the family loved it. So you could use more or less mustard if you choose.

Provided by Tisme

Categories     Pasta Shells

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

200 g dried pasta shapes (such as gnocchi or shells)
250 g grape tomatoes, quartered lengthways
3 spring onions, finely chopped
1 tablespoon rice bran oil or 1 tablespoon sunflower oil
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
2 bunches thin asparagus, woody ends trimmed

Steps:

  • Cook the pasta in a pan of boiling salted water according to packet instructions. Rinse under cold water, then drain well.
  • Meanwhile, combine the tomatoes, spring onion, oil vinegar and mustard in a large bowl and season to taste with salt and pepper. Leave to stand while the pasta cooks.
  • Cut the tips from the asparagus. Halve the stems lengthways, then cut into 3cm lengths. Place the tips and stems in a heatproof bowl and pour over enough boiling water to cover. Stand for 1 minute, then rinse under cold water and drain.
  • Add the asparagus and drained pasta to the tomato mixture, season to taste with salt and pepper, and toss to combine. Divide among serving bowls and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 303.4, Fat 5.3, SaturatedFat 1, Sodium 56.7, Carbohydrate 58.9, Fiber 12.1, Sugar 3.4, Protein 10.8

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