SWEET ONION BLOSSOM

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"Using fresh asparagus from my garden, I created this side dish for lunch one day...and was delighted by the unusual combination of colors and flavors," says Judy Stratton of Hoyt Lakes, Minnesota.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h10m

Yield 1 serving.

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

1 small Vidalia or sweet onion, peeled
2 teaspoons butter, divided
1/4 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
3/4 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
4 fresh asparagus spears, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces

Steps:

Place onion on a cutting board; cut a thin slice from top. Place onion, root end down, make 1/4-in. cuts to within 1 in. of bottom. Repeat cuts in opposite direction, forming a grid pattern. Place in an ungreased 2-cup baking dish. Top with 1 teaspoon butter., Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 60-70 minutes or until tender (cover with foil if top browns too quickly). Sprinkle with cheese. Bake 3-4 minutes longer or until cheese is melted., Meanwhile, in a small skillet, saute mushrooms in remaining butter until tender; keep warm. Place asparagus in a steamer basket; place in a saucepan over 1 in. of water. Bring to a boil; cover and steam for 3-4 minutes or until crisp-tender. Place onion on a serving plate; spoon mushrooms and asparagus around onion.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 223 calories, Fat 13g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 37mg cholesterol, Sodium 222mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 12g protein. Diabetic Exchanges