ASPARAGUS SALSA

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Jalapeno pepper and cilantro spice up this refreshing salsa that's made with tomatoes, onion and fresh asparagus. Served chilled with tortilla chips, this chunky sauce won't last long. -Emma Thomas Rome, Georgia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 20m

Yield 3 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 cup chopped seeded tomatoes
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
1 small jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped
1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro
1 garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon cider vinegar
1/4 teaspoon salt
Tortilla chips

Steps:

  • Place asparagus in a large saucepan; add 1/2 in. of water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 2 minutes. Drain and rinse in cold water., In a large bowl, combine the asparagus, tomatoes, onion, jalapeno, cilantro, garlic, vinegar and salt. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, stirring several times. Serve with tortilla chips.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 15 calories, Fat 1g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 52mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

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