Spring Asparagus Salad

Spring Asparagus Salad

This is a nice and simple cold salad that is nothing more than asparagus dressed in a Chinese-influenced vinaigrette topped with sesame seeds. It's a great way to celebrate the arrival of the asparagus crops!

Preparation Time
20 mins
Cooking Time
5 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Calories
95 Calories

Recipe Instructions

Step 1
Whisk together the rice vinegar, red wine vinegar, soy sauce, sugar, and mustard. Drizzle in the peanut oil and sesame oil while whisking vigorously to emulsify. Set aside.
Step 2
Bring a pot of lightly-salted water to a boil. Add the asparagus to the water and cook 3 to 5 minutes until just tender, but still mostly firm. Remove and rinse under cold water to stop from cooking any further.
Step 3
Place the asparagus in a large bowl and drizzle the dressing over the asparagus. Toss until evenly coated. Sprinkle with sesame seeds to serve.
Spring Asparagus Salad
Spring Asparagus Salad
Spring Asparagus Salad
Spring Asparagus Salad

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
  • 1 teaspoon white sugar
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons peanut oil
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon red wine vinegar
  • 1 ½ pounds fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces

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