Asparagus 'Guacamole'

8 ingredients
7 steps

Ingredients

  • 1 pound medium thick fresh asparagus
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped onion
  • 2 tablespoons very finely minced sweet red pepper
  • 1 small canned green chili, seeded and minced (about 1 tablespoon), or minced fresh green chili to taste
  • 1 tablespoon minced fresh coriander leaves
  • Pinch of salt
  • Cayenne pepper to taste

Directions

  1. 1
    Wash asparagus, snap off the ends and simmer in water until tender, about 20 minutes.
  2. 2
    Drain and allow to cool.
  3. 3
    Cut off the tips and reserve them.
  4. 4
    Cut the spears into half-inch pieces and process to a smooth puree in a blender or food processor.
  5. 5
    Fold in remaining ingredients.
  6. 6
    Either fold in the tips or use them to garnish the dip.
  7. 7
    Serve with corn chips or cut raw vegetables.

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