Asparagus Salad

• 1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed
• 2 tablespoons water
• 4 cups spring mix salad greens
• 1/3 cup balsamic vinegar
• 2 tablespoons orange juice
• 2 tablespoons pineapple preserves
• 2 tablespoons apricot preserves
• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds, toasted
• 1 teaspoon minced fresh gingerroot
• 1/4 cup slivered almonds, toasted

1. Place asparagus and water in a microwave-safe 11x7-in. dish. Cover and microwave on high for 2-3 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain and immediately place asparagus in ice water. Drain and pat dry.
2. Place salad greens on a serving platter; top with asparagus. In a small bowl, whisk the vinegar, orange juice, preserves, sesame seeds and ginger. Drizzle over salad. Sprinkle with almonds. Serve immediately.

fresh asparagus, water, spring mix salad greens, balsamic vinegar, orange juice, pineapple preserves, apricot preserves, sesame seeds, fresh gingerroot, slivered almonds

Taken from www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/asparagus-salad/ (may not work)