Ingredients

  • 1 lb fresh asparagus, trimmed & cut into 2-inch pieces
  • 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can reduced-sodium chicken broth
  • 2 cups fresh snow peas
  • 1 (15 ounce) can whole baby corn, rinsed & drained
  • 1 (11 ounce) can mandarin oranges, drained
  • 1 (8 ounce) can sliced water chestnuts, drained
  • 2 celery ribs, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 1 green onion, thinly sliced
  • DRESSING
  • 5 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons reduced sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons sesame seeds, toasted

Method

  • In a large skillet, bring asparagus and broth to a boil.
  • Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 3 minutes or until crisp-tender.
  • Drain; immediately place the asparagus in ice water. Drain and pat dry.
  • In a large bowl, combine the peas, corn, oranges, water chestnuts, celery, onions and asparagus.
  • In a small bowl, whisk the lemon juice, oil, soy sauce, honey, mustard, garlic, pepper and salt.
  • Pour over vegetables.
  • Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Sprinkle with sesame seeds before serving.