Ginger Sesame Steamed Vegetable Salad Recipe

Ingredients

2 tablespoons grated fresh gingerroot2 tablespoons sesame oil1 tablespoon fish sauce or reduced-sodium soy sauce1 teaspoon sugar1/2 teaspoon reduced-sodium soy sauce1/4 teaspoon salt1 cup cut fresh green beans (2-inch pieces)4 cups fresh broccoli florets2 large carrots, julienned1 package (9 ounces) fresh spinach1/2 cup finely chopped unsalted dry roasted peanutsCoarsely chopped fresh cilantro and julienned fresh gingerroot

Preparation

In a small bowl, mix the first six ingredients.

In a stockpot, place steamer insert or basket over 2 in. of water. Place green beans, broccoli and carrots in insert. Bring water to a boil. Reduce heat to maintain a simmer; steam vegetables, covered, 5-7 minutes or just until crisp-tender. Add spinach; cook, covered, 1-2 minutes longer or until spinach is wilted.

Transfer vegetables to a large bowl. Add ginger mixture; toss to combine. Just before serving, sprinkle with peanuts, cilantro and julienned ginger.