Easy Free Recipes

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.