ASPARAGUS AND CUCUMBER VINAIGRETTE

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Quickly steamed asparagus keeps its bright green color and crisp-tender texture, making it a good match for cucumber.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Healthy Recipes     Gluten-Free Recipes

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 bunch asparagus, tough ends removed, cut into 1 1/2-inch lengths
1 cucumber, peeled, quartered lengthwise, seeded, and cut into 1 1/2-inch strips
1 teaspoon red-wine vinegar
2 teaspoons olive oil
Coarse salt and ground pepper

Steps:

  • Place a steamer basket in a saucepan filled with 1 inch water. Bring to a boil. Add asparagus, cover, and cook until crisp-tender, 3 to 5 minutes. Rinse with cold water to stop the cooking. In a bowl, combine asparagus, cucumber, vinegar, and oil. Season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 57 g, Fat 3 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 3 g

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