Asparagus 'Guacamole'

Ingredients

• 1 pound medium thick fresh asparagus
• 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
• 2 tablespoons finely chopped onion
• 2 tablespoons very finely minced sweet red pepper
• 1 small canned green chili, seeded and minced (about 1 tablespoon), or minced fresh green chili to taste
• 1 tablespoon minced fresh coriander leaves
• Pinch of salt
• Cayenne pepper to taste

• Nutritional Information

  • Nutritional analysis per serving (2 servings)

    57 calories; 0 grams fat; 0 grams saturated fat; 0 grams monounsaturated fat; 0 grams polyunsaturated fat; 11 grams carbohydrates; 5 grams dietary fiber; 5 grams sugars; 5 grams protein; 151 milligrams sodium

  Note: Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available data.
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1 1/2 cups

Preparation

1. Wash asparagus, snap off the ends and simmer in water until tender, about 20 minutes. Drain and allow to cool. Cut off the tips and reserve them.
2. Cut the spears into half-inch pieces and process to a smooth puree in a blender or food processor.
3. Fold in remaining ingredients. Either fold in the tips or use them to garnish the dip. Serve with corn chips or cut raw vegetables.

30 minutes