Asparagus with Sesame Dressing Recipe

Name: Asparagus with Sesame Dressing
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Kosher salt; Juice of 1 lemon; 1/4 cup sesame seeds; 1 1/2 pounds asparagus, cut into 3-inch lengths; 2 small carrots, quartered lengthwise and cut into 3-inch lengths; 1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon mayonnaise; 2 teaspoons unseasoned rice vinegar; 1 teaspoon soy sauce; 1 teaspoon sugar; Pinch of cayenne pepper

Servings: persons

Kosher salt
Juice of 1 lemon
1/4 cup sesame seeds
1 1/2 pounds asparagus, cut into 3-inch lengths
2 small carrots, quartered lengthwise and cut into 3-inch lengths
1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
2 teaspoons unseasoned rice vinegar
1 teaspoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon sugar
Pinch of cayenne pepper

1
Bring a large saucepan of water to a boil.
2
Add a large pinch of salt and the lemon juice.
3
In a medium skillet, toast the sesame seeds over moderate heat, shaking the pan a few times, until golden brown, about 4 minutes.
4
Spread the sesame seeds on a plate and let cool completely.
5
Add the asparagus and carrots to the boiling water and cook for 2 minutes.
6
Drain and spread out on a baking sheet to cool.
7
In a mini food processor, pulse the sesame seeds until coarsely ground.
8
Add the mayonnaise, rice vinegar, soy sauce, sugar and cayenne and process to blend.
9
Season the dressing with salt.
10
Transfer the asparagus and carrots to a platter.
11
Drizzle the dressing on top or mix with the vegetables and serve.

240

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Kosher salt, Juice of 1 lemon, 1/4 cup sesame seeds, 1 1/2 pounds asparagus, cut into 3-inch lengths, and more.

Yes, Asparagus with Sesame Dressing falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

Asparagus with Sesame Dressing

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