Bok Choy and Asparagus Salad

Name: Bok Choy and Asparagus Salad
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: {'ingredient': 'Bok choy', 'amount': '4 cups, chopped'}; {'ingredient': 'Asparagus', 'amount': '2 cups, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces'}; {'ingredient': 'Red bell pepper', 'amount': '1, thinly sliced'}; {'ingredient': 'Scallions', 'amount': '2, sliced'}; {'ingredient': 'Salt', 'amount': 'to taste'}; {'ingredient': 'Pepper', 'amount': 'to taste'}; {'ingredient': 'Garlic', 'amount': '2 cloves, minced'}; {'ingredient': 'Ginger', 'amount': '1 teaspoon, grated'}; {'ingredient': 'Toasted sesame oil', 'amount': '3 tablespoons'}; {'ingredient': 'Honey', 'amount': '1 tablespoon'}; {'ingredient': 'Rice vinegar', 'amount': '2 tablespoons'}; {'ingredient': 'Soy sauce', 'amount': '1 tablespoon'}; {'ingredient': 'Toasted sesame seeds', 'amount': '2 tablespoons, for garnish'}

Experience a burst of freshness with this vibrant Bok Choy and Asparagus Salad. This delightful dish showcases the crisp texture of bok choy and the tender crunch of asparagus, all brought together with a zesty vinaigrette. The addition of scallions and red bell pepper adds a colorful flair and sweet pops of flavor that make this salad not only a feast for the eyes but a tantalizing treat for your taste buds. Perfect as a side dish or a light main course, this salad embodies the essence of healthy eating with Asian-inspired flavors. Historically, bok choy has been a staple in Chinese cuisine for centuries, known for its nutritional benefits and versatility in salads and stir-fries alike.

Servings: 4

Ingredients

Bok choy (4 cups, chopped)
Asparagus (2 cups, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces)
Red bell pepper (1, thinly sliced)
Scallions (2, sliced)
Salt (to taste)
Pepper (to taste)
Garlic (2 cloves, minced)
Ginger (1 teaspoon, grated)
Toasted sesame oil (3 tablespoons)
Honey (1 tablespoon)
Rice vinegar (2 tablespoons)
Soy sauce (1 tablespoon)
Toasted sesame seeds (2 tablespoons, for garnish)

Instructions

In a large bowl, combine the chopped bok choy, asparagus, red bell pepper, and sliced scallions. Toss gently to mix.
In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, toasted sesame oil, minced garlic, grated ginger, salt, and pepper to create the tangy vinaigrette.
Pour the vinaigrette over the salad mixture and toss thoroughly to ensure all the vegetables are evenly coated.
Sprinkle the toasted sesame seeds over the top of the salad for added crunch and flavor.
Serve immediately to enjoy the freshness of the vegetables, or chill in the refrigerator for 15 minutes for a slightly cooler dish.

Dietary Information

Servings: 4 • Dish Type: Salad • Prep Time: 15 minutes • Calories: 120 • Fat: 7g • Carbs: 12g • Protein: 3g • Sodium: 250mg • Sugar: 3g

Bok Choy and Asparagus Salad

Servings: 4

Ingredients

Instructions

Dietary Information

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