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Asian Asparagus-and-Orange Salad

Asian Asparagus-and-Orange Salad

Cooking Light APRIL 1999

  • Yield: 10 servings (serving size: 1/2 cup)

Ingredients

  • 2 oranges
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 6 cups (2-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)

Preparation

Peel and section oranges over a bowl, reserving 1 teaspoon juice. Set sections aside; discard membranes.

Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add asparagus and garlic; sauté 5 minutes. Remove from pan.

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.

Note: Each serving provides 110 micrograms of folate.

Nutritional Information

Amount per serving
  • Calories: 46
  • Calories from fat: 41%
  • Fat: 2.1g
  • Saturated fat: 0.4g
  • Monounsaturated fat: 0.6g
  • Polyunsaturated fat: 1g
  • Protein: 2.2g
  • Carbohydrate: 6.2g
  • Fiber: 2.5g
  • Cholesterol: 0.0mg
  • Iron: 0.9mg
  • Sodium: 34mg
  • Calcium: 34mg
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