Cold Marinated Asparagus in an Asian-inspired sesame vinaigrette is fresh and flavorful and takes less than 30 minutes to make.

Ingredients

Sesame oil

rice vinegar

sesame seeds

asparagus

Quick tip: If you're not going to use your asparagus right away, store it like this in your refrigerator.

Blanch the asparagus spears in a pot of boiling water.

Step 1

Transfer the blanched asparagus to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking.

Step 2

Toss with rice wine vinegar and sesame oil and let marinate for 15 minutes. Top with toasted sesame seeds and serve.

Step 3

Enjoy your Marinated Asparagus as a side dish with other Asian-inspired dishes.