Easy Sesame Asparagus Recipes

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SESAME GARLIC ROASTED ASPARAGUS



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Flavorful sesame garlic roasted asparagus deliciously seasoned and cooked to crunchy perfection right in the oven. This easy roasted asparagus recipe comes together in just 20 minutes for the best Spring side dish!

Provided by Monique Volz of AmbitiousKitchen.com

Categories     Gluten Free     Paleo     Side Dish     Vegan     Vegetarian     Veggies

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 1/2 pounds asparagus spears, washed and ends trimmed
1 tablespoon sesame oil (or sub olive oil)
3 cloves garlic, minced (or sub 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds (can also use black sesame seeds)
Freshly ground salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Cut the dry woody ends of the asparagus and discard.
  • Place asparagus in large bowl and add sesame oil and minced garlic; toss to combine. Arrange spears on large baking sheet and generously sprinkle with sesame seeds. Season with a good amount of salt and black pepper.
  • Place in oven for 15-20 minutes or until spears reach desired consistency. They should still be a bit crisp. Remove from oven and transfer to serving plate to serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 serving (based on 4), Carbohydrate 10 g, Protein 5.2 g, Fat 7.1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Fiber 4.4 g, Sugar 3.2 g, Calories 111 kcal

LEMON-SESAME ASPARAGUS



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Toasted sesame seeds, lemon juice and parsley are added to melted butter and drizzled over crisp asparagus.

Provided by Shannon :)

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Asparagus

Time 20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 pound asparagus spears, ends trimmed
⅓ cup margarine or butter
3 tablespoons sesame seed
1 tablespoon lemon juice, or to taste
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
Salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Place the asparagus in a large pot filled with water 1 inch deep. Bring to a boil, and cook until tender, but still bright green. This will take about 5 minutes, or longer if your asparagus spears are thick. Drain and place on a serving dish.
  • Meanwhile, melt the margarine or butter in a skillet over medium heat. Stir in the sesame seeds, and cook, stirring frequently, until they are golden brown and toasted, about 2 minutes. Stir in the lemon juice and parsley; season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • To serve, pour sauce over the cooked asparagus.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 130.8 calories, Carbohydrate 4.4 g, Fat 12.3 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 2.6 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 119.2 mg, Sugar 1.6 g

SAUTEED ASPARAGUS WITH SESAME SEEDS



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Make and share this Sauteed Asparagus With Sesame Seeds recipe from Food.com.

Provided by threeovens

Categories     Vegetable

Time 8m

Yield 24 spears, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

24 asparagus spears, 1 1/2 pounds
2 tablespoons butter
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1 tablespoon soy sauce
2 tablespoons sesame seeds

Steps:

  • Trim any tough ends from the asparagus stalks. Cut into 1 inch pieces on the diagonal.
  • Heat butter in a skillet and cook the asparagus about 1 minutes, tossing and shaking to cook evenly. Sprinkle with sugar and cook, while tossing, about 30 seconds more. Sprinkle with soy sauce and continue cooking another 30 seconds being careful not to overcook.
  • Meanwhile heat the sesame seeds in a dry skillet also shaking and stirring. Remove from heat when they begin to turn golden.
  • Sprinkle sesame seeds over asparagus and serve.

CRUNCHY SESAME LEMON ASPARAGUS



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Toasted sesame seeds, lemon juice, and parsley are added to melted butter and drizzled over crisp asparagus.

Provided by Shannon :)

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Asparagus

Time 15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

⅓ cup butter
3 tablespoons sesame seeds
1 tablespoon lemon juice, or more to taste
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed

Steps:

  • Heat butter in a skillet over medium-low heat; cook and stir sesame seeds until lightly toasted, 3 to 5 minutes. Add lemon juice, parsley, salt, and pepper; stir until evenly combined.
  • Place a steamer insert into a saucepan and fill with water to just below the bottom of the steamer. Bring water to a boil. Add asparagus, cover, and steam until tender, 2 to 4 minutes.
  • Transfer asparagus to a serving plate and drizzle sesame-butter over the top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 132.2 calories, Carbohydrate 4.3 g, Cholesterol 27.1 mg, Fat 12.6 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 2.6 g, SaturatedFat 6.8 g, Sodium 100.9 mg, Sugar 1.5 g

TENDER CRISP BALSAMIC SESAME ASPARAGUS



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I love asparagus and have gotten picky kids to eat asparagus cooked this way. Takes less than 10 minutes start to finish and the result is a decadant and flavorful bright green veggie. Yum. I'd eat this every night for dinner if DH would go for it.

Provided by MelvinsWifey

Categories     Vegetable

Time 10m

Yield 2-3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 lb asparagus (1 bundle)
1 teaspoon olive oil
1/4 teaspoon sesame oil
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
salt and pepper (to taste)
1/4 cup water
2 tablespoons sesame seeds, toasted (optional)

Steps:

  • Heat the olive and sesame oils together in a large skillet over medium heat.
  • Meanwhile, cut tough ends off the asparagus and wash. Let dry for a few seconds on a paper towel.
  • Place asparagus spears in hot oil all spread out so they are not on top of each other. Roll spears around to coat with oil, then add balsamic vinegar and roll again.
  • Sprinkle salt and pepper over spears and cook over medium heat about 5 minutes, rolling spears around in pan once or twice for even cooking.
  • Add water and turn down heat to medium low. Cover and let steam until tender crisp. Do not overcook. Spears should be a bright green color. Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds if you desire. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 74.8, Fat 3.3, SaturatedFat 0.6, Sodium 32.4, Carbohydrate 9.3, Fiber 4.5, Sugar 3, Protein 5.5

SESAME ASPARAGUS



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Make and share this Sesame Asparagus recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Daphne2002

Categories     Vegetable

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 bunch asparagus
2 teaspoons dark sesame oil
1 tablespoon sesame seeds
salt

Steps:

  • Prepare asparagus by snapping off tough ends and peeling if stalks are very thick.
  • Place asparagus in baking dish or pan sprayed with oil or lined with foil.
  • Sprinkle with sesame oil and salt to taste.
  • Place under preheated broiler for 10 minutes or until tender.
  • Sprinkle with sesame seeds 2-3 minutes before done to prevent them from burning.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 59.2, Fat 3.6, SaturatedFat 0.6, Sodium 17.1, Carbohydrate 5.5, Fiber 2.7, Sugar 1.6, Protein 3.3

ASPARAGUS WITH SESAME SEEDS



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Crisp asparagus is topped with soy sauce and sesame seeds in this delightful dish our Test Kitchen shares.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 15m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed
2 tablespoons water
1 teaspoon reduced-sodium soy sauce
1 teaspoon olive oil
1/8 teaspoon salt
Dash pepper
1 teaspoon sesame seeds, toasted

Steps:

  • Place the asparagus in a steamer basket; place in a saucepan over 1 in. of water. Bring to a boil; cover and steam for 4-5 minutes or until crisp-tender. Transfer to a serving dish. Combine the water, soy sauce, oil, salt and pepper; drizzle over asparagus. Sprinkle with sesame seeds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 43 calories, Fat 3g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 262mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

STIR-FRIED SESAME ASPARAGUS



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Provided by Jamie Elizabeth Flick

Categories     Vegetable     Side     Stir-Fry     Quick & Easy     Asparagus     Spring     Sesame     Soy Sauce     Bon Appétit     New York     Vegan     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 teaspoons sugar
2 tablespoons oriental sesame oil
2 large garlic cloves, chopped
2 pounds asparagus, ends trimmed, cut on diagonal into 2-inch-long pieces
4 teaspoons sesame seeds

Steps:

  • Stir soy sauce and sugar in small bowl until sugar dissolves. Heat oil in heavy large skillet. Add garlic and stir 15 seconds. Add asparagus and stir-fry until crisp-tender, about 4 minutes. Add soy mixture and toss until asparagus is coated, about 1 minute longer. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer to bowl; sprinkle with sesame seeds and serve.

SESAME ASPARAGUS



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Categories     Pepper     Side     Sauté     Low Carb     Low Fat     Vegetarian     Low Cal     Asparagus     Spring     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious     Vegan     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 pound fresh asparagus, ends trimmed, each stalk cut diagonally into thirds
1/2 teaspoon vegetable oil
1/2 cup finely diced red bell pepper
1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon oriental sesame oil
2 teaspoons sesame seeds, toasted

Steps:

  • Cook asparagus in large pot of boiling salted water until crisp-tender, about 3 minutes. Drain. Rinse asparagus under cold water. Drain well. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Wrap in paper towels and chill.)
  • Heat vegetable oil in large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add bell pepper and stir 1 minute. Add asparagus and sauté until heated through, about 2 minutes. Add soy sauce and sesame oil; toss until asparagus and bell pepper are coated, about 1 minute. Transfer to platter. Sprinkle with sesame seeds.

ROASTED SESAME ASPARAGUS



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Delicious, and as a bonus it's fast, easy, & healthy. Great with heavier foods like steak or a great accompaniment to any meal.

Provided by LindseyCockrell

Categories     Vegetable

Time 15m

Yield 2-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 lb asparagus, washed and trimmed
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees.
  • Rinse asparagus and pat dry.
  • Place on jelly roll pan or a pan with sides.
  • Drizzle sesame oil onto asparagus, tossing to coat, then sprinkle with kosher salt.
  • Roast for 10 - 15 minutes, depending on the thickness of the asparagus. I like the ends to be a little crispy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 69.8, Fat 2.8, SaturatedFat 0.4, Sodium 1339.9, Carbohydrate 9.3, Fiber 4.5, Sugar 3, Protein 5.5

STIR-FRIED SESAME ASPARAGUS



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Prepare and cook in minutes. Quick! Easy! Delicious!

Provided by Rhonda Holtz Hill

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Asparagus

Time 20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 pounds asparagus, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 teaspoons sesame seeds
2 tablespoons peanut oil
2 teaspoons grated fresh ginger
½ teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon sesame oil

Steps:

  • Bring a pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Lightly cook the asparagus into the boiling water for 2 to 3 minutes. Drain and immediately plunge the asparagus into a bowl of ice water until the asparagus is cool; drain and pat dry.
  • Toast the sesame seeds in a dry skillet over medium heat until lightly browned, 3 to 5 minutes; transfer to a dish and set aside to cool.
  • Heat the peanut oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ginger and asparagus to the skillet, season with salt and cook until the ginger is fragrant, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat; toss with the sesame oil and sesame seeds to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 83.4 calories, Carbohydrate 6.2 g, Fat 6 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 3.5 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 197 mg, Sugar 2.8 g

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