Asparagus Guacamole

Ingredients:

1 lb Asparaus spears (cut into 1

In lengths) 2 cups 3/4 c Water

2 tb Plain nonfat yogurt

1 tb Lemon juice

1 md Tomato, seeded and chopped

(1 cup) 2 tb Sliced green onion

1 ts Ground cumin

1 Clove garlic minced

1/2 ts Dried oregano

1/4 ts Salt

1/4 ts Cayenne

Combine asparagus and water in a 2-quart saucepan.

Bring to a boil over medium-high heat to medium-low.

Simmer 8-110 minutes, or until asparagus is tender.

Rinse with cold water; drain.

Blot asparagus with paper towel to remove excess moisture.

Combine asparagus, yogurt and lemon juice in a food processor or blender.

Process until smooth.

In a medium mixing bowl, combine asparagus mixture and remaining ingredients.

Chill, if desired.

Serve with raw veggies or tortilla chips.

Makes 12 servings.

Per serving: 12 cal.; 1 gm. fat

Recipe from the Vegetarian Times, Converted to MM by Donna Webster

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