SALAMI ASPARAGUS SALAD

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"I enjoy taking this dish to potlucks, as everyone 'oohs' and 'ahhs' about how colorful and delicious it is!" says Patricia Smith in Golden, Colorado. "We like it at home with French bread and brie for a light supper."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed
1/2 medium sweet red pepper, cut into 2-inch strips
1 small onion, thinly sliced and separated into rings
1/4 pound hard salami, cut into strips
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
1/3 cup olive oil
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup white vinegar
1/4 cup rice vinegar
1-1/2 teaspoons minced garlic
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dried basil

Steps:

In a large skillet, bring 1 in. of water to a boil. Add asparagus; cover and cook for 3 minutes or until tender. Drain and immediately place in ice water. Drain and pat dry. , In a large bowl, combine the asparagus, red pepper, onion, salami and feta cheese. In a small bowl, whisk the remaining ingredients. Pour over vegetable mixture and toss to coat. , Cover and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Serve with a slotted spoon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 380 calories, Fat 29g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 35mg cholesterol, Sodium 998mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 12g protein.