Asparagus Sesame Salad

Asparagus Sesame Salad
Asparagus Sesame Salad might be just the side dish you are searching for. This recipe covers 11% of your daily requirements of vitamins and minerals. One portion of this dish contains about 4g of protein, 6g of fat, and a total of 87 calories. This recipe serves 4. 1 person found this recipe to be yummy and satisfying. A mixture of asparagus, soy sauce, cilantro, and a handful of other ingredients are all it takes to make this recipe so flavorful. It is a good option if you're following a gluten free and vegan diet. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes roughly 45 minutes.

Instructions

1
Heat a large pan of lightly salted water to boiling over high heat. Peel the asparagus stalks and trim the ends.
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Cut the stalks diagonally into 1-inch pieces. Blanch in boiling water 3 minutes or until bright green.
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Drain in a colander and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking.
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In a large bowl, combine the vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, cilantro, and salt.
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Add the asparagus and toss until well combined.
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To serve, pile some salad greens on each of 4 plates. Spoon the dressed asparagus onto the greens and sprinkle with sesame seeds.
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DifficultyMedium
Ready In45 m.
Servings4
Health Score27
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