Best Balsamic Asiago Salad Recipes

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SUMMER SALAD WITH ASIAGO, PEARS, AND CASHEWS



Summer Salad with Asiago, Pears, and Cashews image

Enjoy this fresh toss salad made with greens and pear. Perfect for side dish that can be ready in 15 minutes.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 15m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/4 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
2 teaspoons honey
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 bag (5 oz) mixed spring greens
1/2 cup shaved Asiago cheese
1 medium ripe pear, thinly sliced
1/2 cup cashew halves and pieces

Steps:

  • In small jar with tight-fitting lid, shake dressing ingredients.
  • In medium bowl, toss greens with dressing; arrange on serving platter. Top with remaining salad ingredients. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 270, Carbohydrate 14 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 3 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 210 mg, Sugar 8 g, TransFat 0 g

ANTIPASTO PASTA SALAD



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A delicious pasta, meat and cheese combination with a homemade dressing. It serves a crowd and is great for a picnic.

Provided by Dayna

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes     Tomato Pasta Salad Recipes

Time 1h35m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 pound seashell pasta
¼ pound Genoa salami, chopped
¼ pound pepperoni sausage, chopped
½ pound Asiago cheese, diced
1 (6 ounce) can black olives, drained and chopped
1 red bell pepper, diced
1 green bell pepper, chopped
3 tomatoes, chopped
1 (.7 ounce) package dry Italian-style salad dressing mix
¾ cup extra virgin olive oil
¼ cup balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons dried oregano
1 tablespoon dried parsley
1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Cook the pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Drain, and cool under cold water.
  • In a large bowl, combine the pasta, salami, pepperoni, Asiago cheese, black olives, red bell pepper, green bell pepper and tomatoes. Stir in the envelope of dressing mix. Cover, and refrigerate for at least one hour.
  • To prepare the dressing, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, oregano, parsley, Parmesan cheese, salt and pepper. Just before serving, pour dressing over the salad, and mix well.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 451 calories, Carbohydrate 33.2 g, Cholesterol 36.6 mg, Fat 29.1 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 15 g, SaturatedFat 8.2 g, Sodium 977.5 mg, Sugar 4.3 g

SIMPLE SALAD WITH BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE



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Provided by The Hearty Boys

Categories     main-dish

Time 15m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 bags ready to use mesclun greens
Pinch salt
Freshly ground black pepper
Balsamic Vinaigrette, recipe follows
1 pint grape tomatoes
1 yellow bell pepper, seeded, halved and thinly sliced
1 shallot, peeled and roughly chopped
1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil leaves
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1 cup olive oil

Steps:

  • Toss the greens, salt and pepper together with just enough vinaigrette to coat, about 1/2 cup. Place them in a decorative bowl and top with the grape tomatoes and bell pepper. Serve the remaining vinaigrette on the side.
  • Put the shallot and basil into the bowl of a food processor fitted with a metal blade. Pulse until the shallot is finely chopped. Add the balsamic, sugar, salt and pepper and pulse again. With the machine running, add the olive oil in a steady stream through the feed tube. Pour the vinaigrette into a small bowl and serve.

BALSAMIC VEGETABLE SALAD



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Looking for a refreshing and colorful salad? Look no further. This concoction has a tang from balsamic vinegar and couldn't be easier to prepare. -Emily Paluszak, Spartanburg, South Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 large tomatoes, cut into wedges
3 medium cucumbers, peeled, halved and sliced
1/2 cup olive oil
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
3 tablespoons water
1 envelope Italian salad dressing mix

Steps:

  • In a salad bowl, combine tomatoes and cucumbers. In a small bowl, whisk the oil, vinegar, water and dressing mix. Pour over vegetables and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 211 calories, Fat 18g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 434mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

BALSAMIC PEA SALAD



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I quickly make this the night before I need it as it tastes much better if it sits overnight. My daughter and her friend will not eat peas, but they love this salad.

Provided by LLAMAMAMATOO

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Green Pea Salad Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (16 ounce) package frozen green peas
½ cup chopped almonds
½ cup chopped green onions
½ cup crumbled feta cheese
¾ cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Place peas in a colander, and run warm water over them until they are thawed. Place in a large bowl.
  • Toast almonds in a skillet over medium heat. Then combine with peas.
  • Stir in onions, feta cheese, and mayonnaise. Mix in balsamic vinegar, and season with pepper. Cover, and refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 255.1 calories, Carbohydrate 11 g, Cholesterol 16.2 mg, Fat 21.6 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 5.8 g, SaturatedFat 4.1 g, Sodium 286.6 mg, Sugar 4.6 g

BALSAMIC HERB VINAIGRETTE



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Balsamic vinaigrette is a classic, versatile dressing. A variety of savory seasonings gives this recipe a tangy kick. It's the perfect complement to a bed of fresh greens. -Edgar Wright, Silver Spring, Maryland

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 2-1/4 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
1/2 cup honey
1 tablespoon minced fresh basil
1-1/2 teaspoons onion powder
1-1/2 teaspoons snipped fresh dill
1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh oregano
1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh thyme
1 garlic clove, peeled
1/2 teaspoon white pepper
1/2 teaspoon prepared mustard
1-1/2 cups canola oil

Steps:

  • In a blender, combine the first 10 ingredients; cover and process until blended. While processing, gradually add the oil in a steady stream. Cover and refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 199 calories, Fat 19g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 4mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

ASIAGO PASTA SALAD



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Based on a recipe from BelGioioso's brand Asiago cheese recipe card I picked up at Sam's Club. The card didn't indicate the number of servings, so I'm guessing 4 main course vegetarian servings, or 8 salad course servings. This sounds like a quick and tasty recipe.

Provided by mersaydees

Categories     European

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

8 ounces asiago cheese, cubed
1/2 cup kalamata olives or 1/2 cup black olives
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
1 lb rotini pasta
1/2 cup vidalia onion, choppped
1/2 cup sun-dried tomato, chopped
1 tablespoon fresh oregano leaves, chopped

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions; set aside to cool.
  • In large bowl, combine pasta with remaining ingredients and toss well.
  • Season to taste with salt and pepper.

BALSAMIC ARUGULA SALAD



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With four simple ingredients, this salad comes together in a flash and makes a sophisticated side with an arugula taste.-Lisa Speer, Palm Beach, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 5m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 4

6 cups fresh arugula or baby spinach
1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup balsamic vinaigrette

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the arugula, tomatoes and cheese. Drizzle with vinaigrette; toss to coat. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 63 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 211mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

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