Asparagus Spears with Lemon-Basil Yogurt Sauce

By: Dorine Lam, RDN, MS, MPH

Asparagus is a great anti-aging and detox our system vegetable. It is high in potassium, vitamin A, folate and glutathione. Glutathione is a potent antioxidant that protect cells from free radicals.

• 1 Pound asparagus spears
• ½ cup low-fat Greek yogurt
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
• ½ teaspoon grated lemon rind
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

1. Snap off tough ends of asparagus. Cook in boiling water to cover 2 minutes or until crisp-tender; drain. Immediately put asparagus into ice water; drain.
2. Combine yogurt and remaining ingredients. Serve over asparagus.

Serves 4 (serving size: ¼ of asparagus and 2 tablespoons of sauce).

 
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