Quick Marinated Sesame Asparagus

Quick Marinated Sesame Asparagus is a fresh and flavorful way to enjoy this seasonal vegetable and only takes minutes to make.

Are you a fan of asparagus? I try to buy as much of it as I can when it’s in season. My favorite ways to use this pretty green vegetable is in Creamy Asparagus Pasta, in stir fry, and in this Quick Marinated Sesame Asparagus.

Asparagus is rich in B vitamins, vitamin C, iron, and calcium. Not to mention, it’s really delicious! (Although you may experience “asparagus pee”. I do! Do you?)

Before we get started, check out this White Ceramic Asparagus Plate I found online. I used to have a similar one that got misplaced during a move, which made me very sad. This would be the perfect plate for today’s recipe. It’s on my wish list.

And now, on to the recipe for Quick Marinated Sesame Asparagus!

Print

Quick Marinated Sesame Asparagus

This light marinated asparagus is great in salads or as a side dish with other Asian-inspired dishes like stir fry or sushi.

Course Side Dish

Cuisine Asian

Prep Time 20 minutes

Cook Time 10 minutes

Total Time 30 minutes

Servings 4

Calories 29 kcal

Author Amy Katz

Ingredients

• 1 bunch fresh asparagus (1 to 1.25 pounds)
• 2 Tbsp rice vinegar
• 1/4 tsp sesame oil
• 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds

Instructions

1. Wash the asparagus and remove any tough stalks. In a large pan, add about an inch of water and bring to a boil. Add the asparagus and cook just a few minutes until tender and bright green. Drain and plunge in a bowl of ice water to stop the asparagus from cooking.
2. Drain the asparagus once it's cool and pat dry. Arrange on a serving dish.
3. Toss the asparagus with the rice vinegar and sesame oil. Let marinate for at least 15 minutes.
4. Top with sesame seeds before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Quick Marinated Sesame Asparagus

Amount Per Serving

Calories 29

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 0g 0%

Saturated Fat 0g 0%

Cholesterol 0mg 0%

Sodium 2mg 0%

Potassium 227mg 6%

Total Carbohydrates 4g 1%

Dietary Fiber 2g 8%

Sugars 2g

Protein 2g 4%

Vitamin A 17%

Vitamin C 7.6%

Calcium 3.2%

Iron 13.8%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

This asparagus goes great with sushi! Check out these 30 Veggie Sushi Recipes.

Or you may enjoy a Spicy Sushi Bowl.

What is your favorite way to prepare asparagus? Please let me know in the comments!

Follow Veggies Save The Day on Instagram and show me which recipes you’re making from the blog! Use the hashtag #veggiessavetheday and tag me so I don’t miss seeing what’s cooking in your kitchen. In addition, you can post your photos on the Facebook page Veggies Save The Day.

Please note: some of the links in this blog are affiliate links, which means that I may get a commission if you decide to purchase anything from the company after you click through. I only link to products that I use and love myself.