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Sesame Asparagus with Garlic

Source: dLife

Chilled asparagus salad with sweet sesame dressing.

Nutrition Facts

Makes 4 servings
Amount Per Serving

Calories	65.4

Total Carbs	7.1 g

Dietary Fiber	3.1 g

Sugars	2.8 g

Total Fat	2.8 g

Saturated Fat	0.4 g

Unsaturated Fat	0.1 g

Potassium	337.6 mg

Protein	4.1 g

Sodium	296.1 mg

Dietary Exchanges 2.8 Fat, 1.3 Vegetables,

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Note: One or more ingredients from this recipe are not included in the nutritional analysis above. Either the ingredient is missing from our database or is listed as "optional" in the recipe.
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Servings

Ingredients

0.25
0 1/4 cup rice vinegar 3.0
3 tbsp low sodium soy sauce 2.0
2 tsp sesame oil 2.0
2 each medium garlic cloves 1.0
1 lb fresh asparagus 0.25
0 1/4 cup cold water 1.0
1 pinch sesame seeds

Directions

in mixing bowl, whisk vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, and garlic.
Slice off rough ends of asparagus and place in 11" x 7" inch microwave-safe baking dish.
Pour water around asparagus. Microwave on high setting for 3 minutes.
Drain asparagus to remove water, toss with vinegar and place in serving bowl.
Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour before serving.
Serve chilled or at room temperature. Garnish with sesame seeds when ready to serve (optional).