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:
Ingredients
- 2 pounds asparagus tough ends trimmed and discarded
- 3 tablespoons orange juice
- 1 tablespoon tahini
- 1 1/2 teaspoon reduced-sodium tamari
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
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:
Per serving: 90 calories (30 from fat), 3g total fat, 0g saturated fat, 0mg cholesterol, 90mg sodium, 12g carbohydrates (5g dietary fiber, 6g sugar), 6g protein.
Note: We've provided special diet and nutritional information for educational purposes. But remember - we're cooks, not doctors! You should follow the advice of your health-care provider. And since product formulations change, check product labels for the most recent ingredient information.
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Ingredients
- 2 pounds asparagus tough ends trimmed and discarded
- 3 tablespoons orange juice
- 1 tablespoon tahini
- 1 1/2 teaspoon reduced-sodium tamari
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds