Asparagus Salad

10 ingredients
2 steps

Ingredients

  • 1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 4 cups spring mix salad greens
  • 1/3 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons orange juice
  • 2 tablespoons pineapple preserves
  • 2 tablespoons apricot preserves
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds, toasted
  • 1 teaspoon minced fresh gingerroot
  • 1/4 cup slivered almonds, toasted

Directions

  1. 1
    Place asparagus and water in a microwave-safe 11x7-in. dish. Cover and microwave on high for 2-3 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain and immediately place asparagus in ice water. Drain and pat dry.
  2. 2
    Place salad greens on a serving platter; top with asparagus. In a small bowl, whisk the vinegar, orange juice, preserves, sesame seeds and ginger. Drizzle over salad. Sprinkle with almonds. Serve immediately.

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