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Asparagus with Tomatoes and Fat-Free Dressing

Preparation time: 10 min Servings: 4
Cooking time: 10 min

Ingredients:

2 shallots, minced
1-1/2 lb asparagus, tough ends trimmed
3/4 lb tomatoes, peeled, seeded and chopped
2 tbsp fat-free Italian dressing
1/2 cup seasoned croutons

Cooking Directions:

Place asparagus spears in a large steamer basket over boiling water. Cover saucepan and steam 5-6 minutes or until asparagus is bright green and tender. Rinse asparagus under cold water. Drain thoroughly and transfer to a serving bowl. Add tomatoes and shallots and set aside. Pour dressing over asparagus mixture and toss. Serve at room temperature or chilled with croutons.

Nutritionist Recommended For:

Nutrition Facts

Calories 85
% Calories From Fat 14.8%
Total Fat 1.4g
Saturated Fats 0.4g
Mono-unsaturated Fats 0.5g
Poly-unsaturated Fats 0.3g
Cholesterol 0.5mg
Sodium 150mg
Total Carbohydrates 16g
Dietary Fiber 4.9g
Sugar 6.3g
Protein 5.4g

More Information

Vitamins

Thiamin B1 0.31 mg
Vitamin K 78 mcg
Vitamin A 2200 IU
Vitamin E 2.5 mg
Pantothenic Acid 0.62 mg
Vitamin B6 0.27 mg
Riboflavin B2 0.28 mg
Choline 34 mg
Vitamin D 0 IU
Vitamin B12 0.029 mcg
Vitamin C 21 mg
Niacin B3 2.4 mg

Minerals

Sodium 150 mg
Zinc 1.2 mg
Copper 0.4 mg
Calcium 61 mg
Iron 4.2 mg
Manganese 0.43 mg
Magnesium 38 mg
Phosphorus 130 mg
Fluoride 2 mcg
Potassium 600 mg
Selenium 5.6 mcg

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