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    Spinach, Asparagus, Tomato Salad with Balsamic Vinaigrette

    Published: Aug 8, 2016 · Modified: Jul 13, 2021 by Sherri · This post may contain affiliate links · 11 Comments

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    Spinach, Asparagus, Tomato Salad Recipe with tossed with toasted pecans, feta cheese and homemade Balsamic Vinaigrette. A perfect fresh salad for a meal or as a side.

    closeup of a salad with asparagus and tomatoes

    This is one of those fantastic salads that really hits the spot when the weather is hot.  We have been on a long, hot, very dry streak (for up here in New Hampshire) and I was craving a big ole salad this weekend.

    closeup of a salad with asparagus, tomatoes, feta cheese and pecans

    I stopped by Stop & Shop to grab some ingredients on Saturday. They have the most amazing selection of organic and “free from” Nature’s Promise products that are extremely affordable. I mean tons of items all over the store. I have been trying to incorporate organic products in our lives more and more and their products help me do that so much easier when the prices are so good.

    I absolutely love that Nature’s Promise products are free from all the yucky nonessentials such as, artificial colors, artificial flavors, and artificial preservatives.

    a store display of lettuce and tomatoes

    I wanted something simple to make so I chose spinach, asparagus and grape tomatoes and then added some yummy toasted pecans and feta cheese to kick up the flavors and topped it with my favorite homemade balsamic vinaigrette. I picked up Natures Promise dijon mustard and minced garlic to use in the dressing as well.

    You can also Load Offers for Nature’s Promise Products To Your Stop & Shop Card Here for extra savings.  Using mobile? Click here to load offers.

    A close up of a bottle of mustard and minced garlic

    I served it with grilled chicken with this amazing marinade ever and cilantro lime brown rice.

    a white bowl filled with a asparagus, spinach and tomato salad

    INGREDIENTS

    Homemade Balsamic Vinaigrette recipe  <– Get the recipe there

    Salad

    1 ½ cups of fresh baby spinach

    1 bunch of fresh asparagus, tough ends trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces

    1 pint grape tomatoes, cut in half

    ½ cup chopped pecans or sliced almonds, toasted (I heat them in the microwave believe it or not. 1-2 minutes on a paper towel and they are nice and toasty.

    ¼ cup feta cheese, crumbled (more if desired)

    DIRECTIONS

    Prepare this homemade balsamic vinaigrette and set aside.

    Bring a large pot of water to a boil.

    Trim the tough ends off of the asparagus and cut into 2 inch pieces.

    Add asparagus to the boiling water and boil for approx.  4 – 5 minutes, until just tender and still crisp.

    sliced asparagus cooking in a black pan

    While the asparagus is cooking, fill a medium sized  bowl with ice and cold water.

    Pour the asparagus into a strainer to drain and then immediately transfer it to the ice water for about 10 seconds. Then drain asparagus again.

    Place the baby spinach in a medium sized bowl.  Add the asparagus, tomatoes and pecans or almonds.

    Drizzle desired amount of vinaigrette over top and toss lightly.

    Sprinkle with feta cheese.  Toss gently again to incorporate.

    ENJOY!!

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    Spinach, Asparagus, Tomato, Feta Salad with Balsamic Vinaigrette

    Spinach, Asparagus, Tomato Salad Recipe with tossed with toasted pecans, feta cheese and homemade Balsamic Vinaigrette. A perfect fresh salad for a meal or as a side.
    5 from 6 votes
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    Course: Salad
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 10 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 20 minutes minutes
    Servings: 6
    Calories: 110kcal
    Author: Sherri Hagymas

    Ingredients

    Salad

    • 1 ½ cups of fresh baby spinach
    • 1 lb fresh asparagus tough ends trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
    • 1 pint grape tomatoes cut in half
    • ½ cup chopped pecans or sliced almonds toasted (I heat them in the microwave believe it or not. 1-2 minutes on a paper towel and they are nice and toasty.
    • ¼ cup feta cheese crumbled (more if desired)

    Instructions

    • Prepare this homemade balsamic vinaigrette and set aside.
    • Bring a large pot of water to a boil.
    • Trim the tough ends off of the asparagus and cut into 2 inch pieces.
    • Add asparagus to the boiling water and boil for approx. 4 - 5 minutes, until just tender and still crisp,
    • While the asparagus is cooking, fill a medium sized bowl with ice and cold water.
    • Pour the asparagus into a strainer to drain and then immediately transfer it to the ice water for about 10 seconds. Then drain asparagus again.
    • Place the baby spinach in a medium sized bowl. Add the asparagus, tomatoes and pecans or almonds.
    • Drizzle desired amount of vinaigrette over top and toss lightly.Sprinkle with feta cheese. Toss gently again to incorporate.
    • ENJOY!!

    Nutrition

    Calories: 110kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 5mg | Sodium: 81mg | Potassium: 418mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 1960IU | Vitamin C: 17.2mg | Calcium: 71mg | Iron: 2.3mg

    Nutritional Disclosure

    Nutrition information is automatically calculated and should only be used as an approximation.

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    Comments

    1. Eva

      May 09, 2025 at 11:11 am

      5 stars
      I made this salad and the dressing
      Per link provided and it was fabulous.
      Easy, delicious and my family was
      Impressed.

      Reply
    2. Theresa @DearCreatives

      August 23, 2016 at 12:09 pm

      Hi Sherry, looks really good.Thanks for sharing at the #InspirationSpotlight Pinned & sharing

      Reply
    3. Miz Helen

      August 22, 2016 at 9:20 pm

      5 stars
      What a great dish, this looks delicious. Thanks so much for sharing with us at Full Plate Thursday, your recipe is great! Hope you have a wonderful week and come back to see us real soon.
      Miz Helen

      Reply
    4. swathi

      August 21, 2016 at 4:22 pm

      Looks delicious, thanks for sharing with Hearth and soul blog hop pinning and tweeting.

      Reply
    5. Sylvia D.

      August 19, 2016 at 2:35 am

      Sherri, Asparagus is so good. The salad looks delicious. Sylvia D.

      Reply
    6. Michelle

      August 17, 2016 at 9:02 pm

      I am going to make this! I have asparagus screaming at me to hurry and eat it up! Lol
      Thanks for the recipe!
      Michelle

      Reply
    7. Tana Mason

      August 17, 2016 at 1:36 pm

      This is such a must try in our home and thanks for sharing!! Please come on over and share this on our blog hop we have Wednesday thru Sunday.

      Reply
    8. Karren Haller

      August 17, 2016 at 8:58 am

      5 stars
      Your salad looks absolutely amazing, my family loves all of the ingredients so I am sure it will be a winner. Pinned Tweeted and shared on FB!! 🙂

      Thank you for taking time to stop by and share your recipe and blog on the #OMHGWW this week.

      Reply
      • Eva

        May 09, 2025 at 11:11 am

        5 stars
        I made this salad and the dressing
        Per link provided and it was fabulous.
        Easy, delicious and my family was
        Impressed.

        Reply
        • Sherri

          May 14, 2025 at 5:35 pm

          That makes me so happy to hear!

    9. Liz

      August 15, 2016 at 8:24 am

      That looks so pretty and delicious! Yum!!

      Reply
    5 from 6 votes (2 ratings without comment)

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