Asparagus Tomato Salad - ThinnerTimes

MiladyB · 03-27-2006, 07:28 PM

I know this isn't real high in protein but it sounded good. You could always add some type of protein in it.

Asparagus Tomato Salad
6 servings

1 lb fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
1 small zucchini, halved and cut into 1/4-inch slices
1 cup grape or cherry tomatoes
1/4 cup sliced green onions
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
3 Tbsp olive oil
2 Tbsp red wine vinegar
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 tsp seasoned salt
1/4 tsp Dijon mustard
1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese, optional
2 Tbsp sunflower kernels, toasted, optional

Place the asparagus and zucchini in a steamer basket; place in a saucepan over 1-inch of water. Bring to a boil, cover and steam for 2 minutes. Rinse in cold water.

In a large bowl, combine the asparagus, zucchini, tomatoes, onions and parsley. In a small bowl, whisk the oil, vinegar, garlic, seasoned salt and mustard. Pour over the asparagus mixture and toss to coat. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and sunflower kernels, if desired.

Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup serving (calculated without Parmesan cheese and sunflower kernels):

81 calories
7g fat (1g saturated fat)
0 cholesterol
78 mg sodium
4g carbohydrate
1g fiber
2g protein