Description
This Fresh Asparagus Tomato Salad with Burrata is a vibrant celebration of spring flavors, perfect for picnics or light dinners. Crisp asparagus and juicy cherry tomatoes meet the creamy richness of burrata, all drizzled with zesty lemon and high-quality olive oil. Quick to prepare and visually stunning, this salad is sure to impress your family and friends at any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 bunch fresh asparagus (about 1 lb)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 8 oz burrata cheese
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash asparagus thoroughly, trim tough ends, and slice cherry tomatoes in half.
- Blanch asparagus in boiling salted water for 2-3 minutes until bright green. Transfer to ice water to stop cooking.
- In a small bowl, whisk olive oil and lemon juice; season with salt and pepper to taste.
- In a large bowl, combine blanched asparagus and halved tomatoes; drizzle dressing over the top and toss gently.
- Tear or slice burrata into pieces and place on top of the salad before serving. Enjoy immediately!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Blanching
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 25mg