Black Sesame Asparagus
Elevate your side dish game with this vibrant and flavor-packed Black Sesame Asparagus recipe! Tender-crisp asparagus spears are sautéed with fragrant garlic and finished with a luscious sesame glaze made from toasted sesame oil, soy sauce, and a touch of honey for the perfect balance of savory and sweet. A generous sprinkle of nutty black sesame seeds adds crunch and visual appeal, making this quick 20-minute recipe as beautiful as it is delicious. Ideal as a healthy side for any weeknight dinner or a stunning accompaniment to your favorite main course, this dish is a standout option for lovers of Asian-inspired flavors. Perfect for vegans (with a honey substitute), and bursting with antioxidants, it's your go-to for a crowd-pleasing, nutrient-dense addition to any meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound asparagus
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons black sesame seeds
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Trim the woody ends off the asparagus spears and rinse them thoroughly.
Finely mince the garlic cloves.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Add the asparagus spears to the skillet and toss to coat them in the garlic and oil. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are tender but still crisp.
In a small bowl, whisk together the toasted sesame oil, soy sauce, honey, salt, and black pepper.
Pour the sesame glaze over the asparagus and stir to coat evenly.
Sprinkle the black sesame seeds over the asparagus and cook for another 1-2 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Remove from the heat and transfer to a serving dish.
Serve warm as a side dish paired with your favorite main course, or enjoy it on its own!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
505 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 42.3 g | 54% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.5 g | 32% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1769 mg | 77% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 25.1 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.9 g | 42% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.7 g | ||
| Protein | 15.1 g | 30% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 307 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 12.9 mg | 72% | |
| Potassium | 1004 mg | 21% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
