Asian Asparagus and Radish Salad

Submitted by januarybride

"This colorful asparagus and radish salad is dressed with a sesame-soy vinaigrette; pair it with grilled shrimp and rice noodles. Sounds yummy to me. . .found in Eating Well and placed here for safe keeing. They say this vegetarian salad is low calorie, low fat, low sodium and heart healthy."

 

• Ready In: 15mins
• Ingredients: 9
• Yields: 4 cups
• Serves: 4-6

ingredients

• 1 lb asparagus, trimmed
• 2 tablespoons white vinegar
• 1 tablespoon reduced sodium soy sauce
• 2 teaspoons canola oil
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 1⁄2 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
• 2 -3 dashes asian red chili sauce (such as sriracha)
• 1 bunch radish, trimmed and cut into wedges
• 2 tablespoons finely chopped scallions

directions

1. Fill a medium bowl with ice water and place by the stove. Bring 1 inch of water to a boil in a large saucepan fitted with a steamer basket.
2. Cut off the tips of the asparagus, then thinly slice the remaining asparagus stalks on the diagonal. Place in the steamer basket and steam until tender-crisp, about 1 minute. Transfer the asparagus to the ice water. Drain.
3. Combine vinegar, soy sauce, canola oil, sesame oil, ginger and chile sauce (if using) in a large bowl.
4. Add the asparagus, radishes and scallion; toss to combine.
5. Serve warm or room temperature.