Cold Asparagus With Sesame Ginger Vinaigrette

Total Time: 20 mins Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 10 mins

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 1 lb asparagus, trimmed
• 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
• 1 small garlic clove
• 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 2 tablespoons orange juice
• 2 teaspoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon red chili pepper flakes
• 1/4 teaspoon sesame oil

Recipe

• 1 bring lightly salted water to a boil in a medium skillet, add asparagus and cook until tender-crisp, about 5 minutes.
• 2 immerse asparagus in ice water to stop the cooking.
• 3 pat dry and arrange on a platter. chill.
• 4 just before serving, mix together the dressing ingredients and pour evenly over the asparagus. serve on a platter.