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Italian-Style Marinated Grape Tomatoes and Asparagus Delight
Italian Marinated Grape Tomatoes and Asparagus
Description
This delightful Italian Marinated Grape Tomatoes and Asparagus recipe is perfect for summer gatherings or a refreshing brunch. Bursting with flavor, it’s a healthy choice that’s incredibly easy to prepare.
Recipe Information
| Cook Time | Prep Time | Total Time |
|---|---|---|
| 15 minutes | 15 minutes | 30 minutes |
Recipe Category
- Vegetable
Keywords
European, Very Low Carbs, Low Protein, Low Cholesterol, Healthy, Potluck, Summer, Brunch, < 30 Mins
Nutritional Information
| Calories | Fat | Saturated Fat | Cholesterol | Sodium | Carbohydrates | Fiber | Sugar | Protein |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 59.9 | 5.6 g | 0.8 g | 0 mg | 237 mg | 2.8 g | 0.6 g | 0.1 g | 0.5 g |
Ingredients
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 | cup grape tomatoes |
| 1 | bunch asparagus |
| 4 | cloves fresh garlic, minced |
| 1/4 – 1/3 | cup extra virgin olive oil |
| 1 | teaspoon salt |
| 1 | teaspoon dried basil |
| 2 | tablespoons fresh lemon juice |
Instructions
- In a large 12″ skillet, bring water to a boil. Optionally, add a pinch of salt to enhance the flavor.
- Once boiling, carefully add the asparagus and cook for 2-3 minutes until tender yet crisp.
- Drain the asparagus and immediately plunge it into ice water to halt the cooking process, preserving its vibrant color.
- After a few minutes, cut the asparagus into 1″ pieces for easy mixing.
- In a large bowl, combine the grape tomatoes, asparagus, minced garlic, olive oil, salt, dried basil, and lemon juice. Gently stir to ensure everything is evenly coated.
- Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully. This dish can be prepared a day in advance for even better taste.
Enjoy this refreshing and colorful dish at your next gathering or as a delightful side to any meal!
