Asian Marinated Asparagus Salad Recipe

Experience a burst of Asian flavors with this vibrant asparagus salad! Marinated overnight for maximum flavor, this recipe (inspired by ruby mama's recipe on Allrecipes) features tender-crisp asparagus tossed in a zesty soy-ginger dressing and topped with crunchy almonds and fresh scallions. A quick and easy side dish or light meal, perfect for any occasion!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 1450 mins
Calories 128.5 kcal
Protein 10g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
Asian Marinated Asparagus Salad

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Ingredients for Asian Marinated Asparagus Salad

  • Fresh Asparagus
  • 1/4 cup rice wine vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • Peanut Oil
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • Sesame Oil
  • Salt And Pepper
  • 1/4 cup slivered almonds
  • Scallion

How to Make Asian Marinated Asparagus Salad

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add 1 pound of asparagus and cook for 3-4 minutes, or until tender-crisp.
  2. Immediately transfer the asparagus to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process and retain its vibrant green color. Drain well and set aside.
  3. In a large zip-top bag, whisk together 1/4 cup rice wine vinegar, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 tablespoon sesame oil, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 tablespoon sugar, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
  4. Add the drained asparagus to the bag, seal tightly, and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight.
  5. Before serving, sprinkle the marinated asparagus with 1/4 cup slivered almonds and 2 tablespoons chopped scallions.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Elevate your dish with simple flavor boosters! A final flourish of freshly chopped herbs can add incredible brightness, while a squeeze of lemon or lime juice right before serving can awaken all the flavors. Don't underestimate a sprinkle of quality finishing salt or a drizzle of good olive oil to make your creation shine.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

22 g

Sugar

15g

Fat

5g

Carbs

2g