Asparagus with Sesame Vinaigrette

Asparagus with Sesame Vinaigrette

New Media Publishing

Provided by: Alexis Touchet

15 mins total 10 mins prep Full Screen

Servings

Asparagus spears are fun to eat and so visually beautiful on a plate. The flavor combination of sesame and mustard produces a tantalizing blend of East and West that will please everyone lucky enough to sit at your table.

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Asian sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon white-wine vinegar
• 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
• 2 bunches asparagus, preferably medium; about 1 3/4 pound, trimmed

Directions

• Toast sesame seeds in a small heavy skillet over moderately low heat, stirring, until pale golden, 2 to 3 minutes, then transfer to a small bowl. Whisk together oils, vinegar, mustard, half of sesame seeds, and 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper in a large bowl until combined well.
• Steam asparagus on a large steamer rack set over boiling water, covered, until just tender, 6 to 7 minutes. Gently toss asparagus with vinaigrette and serve sprinkled with remaining sesame seeds.

• Filed under:
• Vegetable,
• Asparagus,
• Asian,
• Steaming,
• Easy,
• 30 Minute,
• Quick,
• Vegetarian,
• Healthy,
• Vegan,
• Appetizer,
• Side Dish,
• Spring,
• Entertaining

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