Asparagus Bacon Caprese Salad
Asparagus Bacon Caprese Salad - Asparagus, tomatoes and bacon are mixed with mozzarella and topped with a balsamic glaze.
Prep Time5 minutes mins
Cook Time8 minutes mins
Total Time13 minutes mins
Course: 30 minutes or less, Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: asparagus caprese salad, caprese salad, spring salad
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 90kcal
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1 lb asparagus ends trimmed
- 1 pint grape tomatoes
- 4 slices bacon cooked and crumbled
- ¼ cup mozzarella pearls
- 2 tablespoon basil chopped
- 2 tablespoon balsamic glaze
- salt and pepper to taste
Heat olive oil in a medium skillet over medium high heat. Add the asparagus and cook for 5 minutes, then add the tomatoes and cook for 2-3 more minutes.
Transfer asparagus and tomatoes to a bowl, top with mozzarella pearls, chopped bacon and basil. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
Drizzle balsamic glaze on top.
This recipe serves 4 as a side salad. As an entree, it should serve 2-3.
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 90kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 3mg | Sodium: 14mg | Potassium: 512mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 1895IU | Vitamin C: 23mg | Calcium: 63mg | Iron: 3mg