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Asparagus-Sesame Salad

Asparagus-Sesame Salad

Cuisine:Asian

Course:Side Dish

10m prep 5m cook 15m ready

A simple asparagus salad tossed with a sesame-soy vinaigrette. Serve warm or chilled as a light side.

Ingredients

Servings:
  • 1 ½ pounds asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
  • 2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
  • 4 teaspoons white wine vinegar or rice vinegar
  • 4 teaspoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
  • 1 tablespoon sugar

Let's Prepare

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Gather these ingredients - no prep needed yet.

  • 1 ½ pounds asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
  • 2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
  • 4 teaspoons white wine vinegar or rice vinegar
  • 4 teaspoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
  • 1 tablespoon sugar

Let's Cook

  1. Step 1.

    Steam until just tender: 1 ½ pounds asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces

  2. Step 2.

    Meanwhile, whisk together in a small bowl: 2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil; 4 teaspoons white wine vinegar or rice vinegar; 4 teaspoons soy sauce; 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds; 1 tablespoon sugar

  3. Step 3.

    Toss the asparagus with the dressing while warm. Serve warm or chilled.

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