Here, ribbons of raw asparagus are simply dressed with a nutty vinaigrette of toasted sesame seeds, sesame oil and rice vinegar.
Provided by Mark Bittman
Categories salads and dressings, appetizer, side dish
Time 20m
Yield 2 to 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Cut off the woodsy bottoms of the asparagus spears; discard. Cut off the flower ends and set aside.
- Use a vegetable peeler to remove the dark green outer skin of each spear; you should get three or four ribbons from each one. Set aside. Cut the remaining stalks crosswise into 1/4-inch rounds. Combine ribbons, sliced rounds and tips in a bowl.
- Toast the sesame seeds in a small dry skillet over medium-heat, shaking occasionally until they color and begin to pop, but remove from heat before they burn. Combine the seeds with sesame oil, rice vinegar, salt and pepper in a small bowl. Taste and adjust as necessary. Spoon over the asparagus and toss gently.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 65, UnsaturatedFat 2 grams, Carbohydrate 9 grams, Fat 3 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 5 grams, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 477 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams
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Mian Mubashir
m@gmail.comI love this salad! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my friends and family.
Donald Null
d35@aol.comThis salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.
Oratile Mokgalagadi
o.mokgalagadi@yahoo.comI made this salad for a picnic and it was a perfect dish to take along.
Devraj Singh
s-d@gmail.comThis salad is a great way to use up leftover rice.
vasindu bro
v-b75@hotmail.comI love the addition of the sesame seeds. They add a nice crunch and flavor to the salad.
Aboud saeed Ali
s96@aol.comThis salad is a great way to change up your usual salad routine.
HâsêêB rts
h-r74@gmail.comI love the simplicity of this recipe. It's easy to make and it always turns out delicious.
Brittney Torree
torreeb11@gmail.comThis is a great recipe for a healthy and flavorful side dish.
Beshoy Maged
m.b@hotmail.comI made this salad for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone raved about how delicious it was.
Dimakatso Nkabinde
d-nkabinde20@aol.comThis salad is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.
Salva Tore
salvat@aol.comI love the combination of flavors in this salad. The asparagus, sesame seeds, and ginger all complement each other perfectly.
Kimani Creary
crearyk30@hotmail.comThis salad is a great way to use up leftover asparagus.
Mirza Ahmed
m61@yahoo.comI'm not a big fan of asparagus, but this salad changed my mind! The dressing is so good that it makes the asparagus taste amazing.
Sandre Kennedy
skennedy@gmail.comThis is a great recipe for a quick and easy lunch or dinner. The asparagus is crispy and the dressing is tangy and flavorful.
Biruk Aklilu
baklilu4@hotmail.comI made this salad for a party and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor of the dressing.
Babu fazi
b-f89@hotmail.frThis asparagus salad is a refreshing and delicious side dish that is perfect for a summer meal. The asparagus is cooked perfectly and the dressing is light and flavorful.