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Tomato and Asparagus Salad
At a Glance
Prep Time : 15min
Cook Time : 4min
Course : Salad
Special : Easy, Low Fat, Vegetarian
Type of Prep : Assemble, Steam Cook
Cuisine : Southern, Tex-Mex, U.S. Regional
Occasion : Cookout, Family Dinner, July 4th, Labor/Memorial Day, Picnic, Potluck, Spring, Summer
 
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Tomato and Asparagus Salad

From Fiona Haynes,
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A zesty and refreshing low fat salad that goes well with grilled fish, chicken, flank steak or pork.

INGREDIENTS:

  • 1/2 bunch thin to medium asparagus stalks
  • 4 medium, ripe tomatoes, cored and cut into wedges
  • 1/2 small red onion, sliced thinly and vertically
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 tsp cumin

PREPARATION:

Break off bottom third of asparagus spears. Steam asparagus until bright green and tender-crisp—about 3 to 4 minutes. Plunge asparagus in cold water to stop cooking process, then drain. Cut asparagus into 2-inch pieces.

In a large bowl, combine tomatoes, asparagus, onion and cilantro. Whisk together lemon juice, oil and cumin (or place in a small screw-top jar and shake vigorously). Drizzle dressing over tomato and asparagus mixture and serve.

Serves 6

Per Serving: Calories 72, Calories from Fat 25, Total Fat 2.9g (sat 0.5g), Cholesterol 0mg, Sodium 14mg, Carbohydrate 9.6g, Fiber 2.4g, Protein 2.2g

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