Tomato and asparagus salad with caper vinaigrette Recipe

Tomato and asparagus salad with caper vinaigrette Recipe

  • ½ bunch asparagus, ends trimmed off
  • 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 tbsp chopped capers
  • 150g/5½oz tomatoes, halved
  • 2 tbsp chopped parsley
  • 2 tbsp chopped basil
  1. Bring a saucepan of water to the boil. Lower the asparagus into the boiling water to boil for 2-3 minutes, then immerse in a bowl of cold water for one minute. Drain.
  2. Place the balsamic vinegar and olive oil in a bowl and whish together. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper, then add the capers.
  3. To serve, place the asparagus and tomatoes together into a serving bowl, pour over the vinaigrette and sprinkle over herbs.