Asparagus, Haricots Verts, and Snow Peas

Submitted by cipolo123

"Another healthy alternative for Thanksgiving!"

 

• Ready In: 17mins
• Ingredients: 6
• Yields: 3/4 cup
• Serves: 6-8

ingredients

• 8 ounces fresh snow pea pods, trimmed (2 1/2 cups)
• 8 ounces fresh French haricots vert, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces (2 cups)
• 8 ounces fresh asparagus spears, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces (1 1/4 cups)
• 1⁄3 cup fat-free raspberry vinaigrette dressing
• 1⁄2 teaspoon jamaican jerk seasoning
• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds, toasted

directions

1. In a large saucepan bring 6 cups water to boiling. Add snow peas, haricots verts, and asparagus. Return to boiling; reduce heat. Boil gently, uncovered, for 2 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, immediately remove vegetables from water; plunge vegetables into a large bowl half-filled with ice water. Let stand for 10 minutes. Drain vegetables well; pat dry with paper towels. Transfer vegetables to the large bowl.
2. In a small bowl, combine salad dressing and Jamaican jerk seasoning; pour over vegetables, tossing to coat. Transfer vegetables to a serving platter or bowl and sprinkle with sesame seeds.