SESAME ASPARAGUS SALAD

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Just in time for the springtime asparagus crop comes this refreshing side dish. "The sesame seeds give it a taste we all enjoy," confides Mrs. A. Squair of Salmon Arm British Columbia. "I often serve breadsticks with it for even more crunch."-Mrs. A. Squair, Salmon Arm, British Columbia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 10-12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound fresh asparagus, cut into 1-inch pieces
1/4 cup water
8 cups torn romaine
1 green onion, chopped
2 tablespoons chopped pimientos
1/4 cup sesame seeds, toasted
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon dried basil
1/8 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, combine asparagus and water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 4-8 minutes or until asparagus is crisp-tender. Drain. Place asparagus in a large bowl and chill. Just before serving, add romaine, onion and pimientos. In a small bowl, whisk sesame seeds, lemon juice, oil, pepper, basil and salt; pour over salad and toss.

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Anna makar
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I love asparagus and this salad is a great way to enjoy it. The sesame dressing is delicious and the almonds add a nice crunch. I will definitely be making this salad again.


Arianna D
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This salad was easy to make and very flavorful. I used store-bought asparagus and it still turned out great. The sesame dressing was the perfect complement to the asparagus.


Gloria Rodriguez
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I was looking for a new way to cook asparagus and this recipe did not disappoint! The sesame dressing was delicious and the almonds added a nice crunch. I will definitely be making this salad again.


Sulis Janet
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor of the sesame dressing. I will definitely be making this salad again for future gatherings.


Md Shahariya Md Shahariya
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This salad was delicious! I used fresh asparagus from my garden and it was so flavorful. The sesame dressing was the perfect complement to the asparagus and the almonds added a nice crunch. I will definitely be making this salad again!