Grilled Tomatoes And Asparagus With Pesto Garnish

Name: Grilled Tomatoes And Asparagus With Pesto Garnish
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 ripe plum tomatoes; 18 asparagus spears, rough ends removed; 1/4 cup olive oil; 1/2 teaspoon light soy sauce; Pesto; 1 1 cup parsley (or combination) or 1 cup mint (or combination); 1/2 cup pecans, roasted chopped; 1/4 cup olive oil; 2 garlic cloves, mined; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; salt; 1/3 cup ricotta cheese

Servings: persons

6 ripe plum tomatoes
18 asparagus spears, rough ends removed
1/4 cup olive oil
1/2 teaspoon light soy sauce
Pesto
1 1 cup parsley (or combination) or 1 cup mint (or combination)
1/2 cup pecans, roasted chopped
1/4 cup olive oil
2 garlic cloves, mined
1/4 teaspoon pepper
salt
1/3 cup ricotta cheese

1
Heat grill.
2
For pesto place all ingredients into a food processor pulse till smooth.
3
Keep cool.
4
Mix olive oil and soy place in storage bag.
5
Add tomatoes and asparagus.
6
Toss to cover then place on hot grill turning till just blistered.
7
Remove from grill.
8
Season with salt and pepper.
9
Cut tomatoes in half.
10
Arrange on plate with aparagus.
11
Topping with pesto.

595

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 ripe plum tomatoes, 18 asparagus spears, rough ends removed, 1/4 cup olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon light soy sauce, and more.

Yes, Grilled Tomatoes And Asparagus With Pesto Garnish falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!