Name: Chilled Asparagus with Sesame Vinaigrette
Yield: Serves 8
Ingredients: 2 pounds asparagus, trimmed; 2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons oriental sesame oil; 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon rice vinegar; 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon soy sauce; 1 teaspoon sugar; Sesame seeds, toasted

This delicate dish is also a nice first course.

Recipe information

Yield
Serves 8

Ingredients

2 pounds asparagus, trimmed

2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons oriental sesame oil

1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon rice vinegar

1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon soy sauce

1 teaspoon sugar

Sesame seeds, toasted

Preparation

Cook asparagus in large skillet of boiling salted water until just crisp-tender, about 4 minutes. Drain. Rinse with cold water and drain well. Pat dry with paper towels. Arrange on platter. Mix sesame oil, rice vinegar, soy sauce and sugar in small bowl. Season dressing to taste with salt and pepper. (Asparagus and dressing can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover separately and refrigerate.) Spoon dressing over asparagus. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and serve.

TagsAsparagus Vegetable Starter Side Dinner Vegan Vegetarian Make Ahead Easy Bon Appétit

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