Asian Asparagus-and-Orange Salad
Original recipe yield: 10 1/2 cup servings.

INGREDIENTS:
• 2 oranges
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 6 cups 92-inch) diagonally sliced asparagus (about 2 pounds)
• 1 garlic clove, thinly sliced
• 2 teaspoons low-sodium soy sauce
• 1/4 teaspoon dark sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds, toasted
• Napa (Chinese) cabbage leaves (optional)

DIRECTIONS:
1. Peel and section oranges over a bowl, reserving 1 teaspoon juice. Set sections aside; discard membranes.
2. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add asparagus and garlic; sauté 5 minutes. Remove from pan.
3. Combine soy sauce and sesame oil; pour over asparagus mixture, tossing well. Cool to room temperature. Stir in sesame seeds, orange sections, and 1 teaspoon juice. Serve on cabbage leaves, if desired.

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