Asparagus and Crab Salad

Submitted by Charlotte J

"From the Asparagus growers"

 

• Ready In: 22mins
• Ingredients: 11
• Serves: 4-6

ingredients

• Dressing

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 1 tablespoon orange juice concentrate
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 1 tablespoon dark sesame oil

• Salad

• 2 cups fresh asparagus or 2 cups frozen asparagus, cut-up
• 12 ounces crabmeat (fresh or canned) or 12 ounces imitation crabmeat
• 1 (10 ounce) bag mixed salad greens
• 1 cup cantaloupe, 1/2-inch pieces
• 1 cup seedless cucumber, sliced

directions

1. For Dressing:.
2. Combine all ingredients; mix well. Set aside.
3. For Salad:.
4. Steam or microwave asparagus until tender-crisp.
5. Drain and let cool.
6. Cut crab into bite-size pieces.
7. Combine asparagus and crab in a large bowl.
8. Add lettuce mix, cantaloupe and cucumber.
9. Toss gently.
10. Pour salad dressing over all.
11. Toss to evenly coat.
12. Serve immediately.