Lemon-Sesame Asparagus

• Ready In: 19 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1 1⁄4 lbs fresh asparagus
• 2  tablespoons  rice wine vinegar
• 1  tablespoon water
• 1  teaspoon  dark sesame oil
• 1  teaspoon lemon juice
• 1 1⁄2 teaspoons sesame seeds, toasted
•  fresh lemon rind, strips (optional)

Directions

1. Snap off tough ends of asparagus.
2. Remove scales if desired.
3. Steam 4 minutes or until crisp tender.
4. Set aside and keep warm.
5. Combine vinegar and next 3 ingredients; stir well.
6. Pour over asparagus; toss gently to coat.
7. Sprinkle with sesame seeds; garnish with lemon rind, if desired.