Asparagus n'Vinaigrette

2 pounds of asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2 inch pieces.

2 green onions ,thinly sliced

2 tablespoons olive oil

2 tablespoons red wine vinegar

1/2 teaspoon reduced sodium teriyaki sauce

1/2 teaspoon sugar

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/8 teaspoon of pepper

Place asparagus in steamer basket. Place in saucepan over 1 inch of water , bring to boil.Cover steam for 4-6 minutes or until crisp-tender,immediately rinse in cold water.Place asparagus and green onions in a bowl.

   Whisk together the oil ,vinegar,teriyaki sauce,sugar, salt and pepper.

Pour over asparagus mixture to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours. Stir before serving.

You can use the vinaigrette dressing on salads, sliced tomatoes and other steamed vegetables as well.

A spring treat...