Asparagus with Sesame-Orange Dressing

Serves 8
Time 10 min

Serve this simple vegetable side dish with brown rice or quinoa. For variety and color, try adding freshly grated carrots or beets and tossing them with the asparagus and dressing.

Special Diets:

Dairy FreeDairy Free
Low SodiumLow Sodium
VeganVegan
VegetarianVegetarian
Low FatLow Fat

Ingredients

    2 poundsasparagus tough ends trimmed and discarded
    3 tablespoonsorange juice
    1 tablespoontahini
    1 1/2 teaspoonsreduced-sodium tamari
    1 teaspoongrated fresh ginger
    1 tablespoontoasted sesame seeds
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Method

In a large skillet over medium-high heat, bring 1/2 cup water to a simmer. Add asparagus. Cover and reduce heat to medium.


Cook 3 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until asparagus are just tender. Prepare an ice bath by filling a bowl with ice cubes and water.


Place steamed asparagus in ice bath to stop the cooking process; drain well.


Whisk together orange juice, tahini, tamari and ginger in a large bowl.


Add drained asparagus and toss to coat. Garnish with sesame seeds and serve.

Nutritional Info

Serving Size

Calories

90

Total Fat

3g

Saturated Fat

0g

Cholesterol

0mg

Sodium

90mg

Total Carbohydrate

12g

Dietary Fiber

5g

Total Sugars

6g

Protein

6g

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