Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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1/4 cup water
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1 pound fresh asparagus -- trimmed
8 to16 lettuce leaves
2 large tomatoes -- sliced, (up to 3)
1 ripe avocado -- sliced, optional
***DRESSING***
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup sour cream
2 teaspoons prepared mustard
1 teaspoon catsup
salt and pepper to taste
Preparation:
Combine the water and onion powder; bring to a boil. Add the asparagus and cook 3 to 5 minutes or until asparagus is crisp-tender and bright green. Drain; cool to room temperature. Place 1 to 2 lettuce leaves per serving on a large platter or individual salad plates. Halve the tomato slices and arrange over lettuce. Top tomatoes with spears of asparagus and slices of avocado if desired. Combine all dressing ingredients; top each salad serving with a generous dollop.
Nutritional Information:
151 Calories (kcal); 15g Total Fat; (82% calories from fat); 2g Protein; 5g Carbohydrate; 11mg Cholesterol; 113mg Sodium
