1 lb. fresh asparagus, cut into 2 inch pieces
1 carrot, sliced thin
2 tbsp. soy sauce
1/2 tsp. sugar
1 tsp. vinegar
1/2 tsp. sesame oil
1/8 tsp. pepper
1 c. sliced mushrooms
1/4 c. diced ham (cooked), or diced turkey
Sliced black olives, optional

In medium pan bring 1 cup water to a boil. Add asparagus and carrots; bring to boil, cover and cook 3 minutes.

In small bowl, combine soy sauce, sugar, vinegar, sesame oil and pepper. Place cooked asparagus and carrots in mixing bowl with the mushrooms. Pour dressing over vegetables. Chill. Chill 1 to 24 hours. Drain vegetables. Add ham or turkey. Garnish with black olives, if desired.