Asparagus with Fresh Basil Sauce

Appetizers

Add zip to your appetizer platter with an easy asparagus dip that doubles as a flavorful sandwich spread.

Average Rating: 4

TOTAL TIME: Prep/Total Time: 15 min.
YIELD: 12 servings.

Ingredients

3/4 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise
2 tablespoons prepared pesto
1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon minced fresh basil
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 garlic clove, minced
1-1/2 pounds fresh asparagus, trimmed

Instructions

1. In a small bowl, mix the first 6 ingredients until blended; refrigerate until serving.
2. In a Dutch oven, bring 12 cups water to a boil. Add asparagus in batches; cook, uncovered, until crisp-tender, 2-3 minutes. Remove and immediately drop into ice water. Drain and pat dry. Serve with sauce.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving: 72 calories, 6g fat (1g saturated fat), 6mg cholesterol, 149mg sodium, 3g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 1g protein.
Diabetic Exchanges:
1-1/2 fat.