Best Easter Asparagus Salad With Shrimp And Cherry Tomatoes Recipes

LINGUINE WITH SHRIMP, ASPARAGUS AND CHERRY TOMATOES

Linguine with Shrimp, Asparagus and Cherry Tomatoes image

Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

Kosher salt
1 pound linguine
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Two 12-ounce bags cherry tomatoes, stemmed and halved
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper
3 large cloves garlic, flattened and chopped
1/2 cup dry white wine
1 pound asparagus, trimmed, stalks cut on a diagonal into 1 to 1 1/2-inch pieces
1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1/2 cup chopped fresh basil
1/2 cup chopped fresh mint
2 teaspoons chopped fresh oregano

Steps:

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Add the pasta and cook until tender but still firm to the bite, stirring occasionally, 8 to 10 minutes. Drain and place in a large bowl.
Heat the oil in a large deep skillet over medium-high heat. Add the tomatoes, 1/4 teaspoon of salt and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 2 minutes. Add the crushed red pepper flakes and garlic. Cook for 30 seconds until aromatic. Add the wine and asparagus. Bring to a boil and simmer for 5 minutes.
Sprinkle the shrimp with the remaining 1/4 teaspoon of salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Add the shrimp to the pan and continue to simmer until the shrimp is cooked through, 5 to 7 minutes. Stir in the basil, mint and oregano.
Pour the sauce over the pasta and toss to combine. Serve immediately.

GARLIC ROASTED ASPARAGUS AND CHERRY TOMATOES

Garlic Roasted Asparagus and Cherry Tomatoes image

Make and share this Garlic Roasted Asparagus and Cherry Tomatoes recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Joanne

Categories Vegetable

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

2 lbs fresh asparagus, washed and patted dry (tough ends removed)
1/4 cup olive oil
6 garlic cloves, finely chopped
2 cups cherry tomatoes, washed and patted dry
salt & freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

In large bowl combine the asparagus, olive oil, garlic and salt and pepper. Toss to combine.
Arrange the asparagus in a single layer on a baking sheet. Lay the cherry tomatoes over the asparagus in the center for a nice presentation.
Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Roast for about 20 to 25 minutes.
Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 185, Fat 13.9, SaturatedFat 2, Sodium 9.3, Carbohydrate 13.2, Fiber 5.8, Sugar 6.3, Protein 6

SPRING ASPARAGUS

Spring Asparagus image

This fresh and colorful side dish is delicious served warm or cold. I get lots of compliments on the homemade dressing. -Millie Vickery, Lena, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Side Dishes

Time 25m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1-1/2 pounds fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
2 small tomatoes, cut into wedges
3 tablespoons cider vinegar
3/4 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/3 cup sugar
1 tablespoon grated onion
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/3 cup canola oil
1/3 cup sliced almonds, toasted
1/3 cup crumbled blue cheese, optional

Steps:

In a large saucepan, bring 1 cup water to a boil. Add asparagus; cook, covered, until crisp-tender, 3-5 minutes. Drain; place in a large bowl. Add tomatoes; cover and keep warm. , Place vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, sugar, onion, salt and paprika in a blender; cover and process until smooth. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream. Toss with asparagus mixture. Top with almonds and, if desired, cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 154 calories, Fat 11g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 159mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges