ASPARAGUS BRUSCHETTA

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For a light bite, Elaine Sweet created these pretty appetizers. "I really like asparagus, so I'm always trying it in different things," says the Dallas, Texas reader. "This is a delicious twist on traditional bruschetta."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 30m

Yield 1 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 cups water
1/2 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1/2-inch pieces
2 cups grape tomatoes, halved
1/4 cup minced fresh basil
3 green onions, chopped
3 tablespoons lime juice
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 garlic cloves, minced
1-1/2 teaspoons grated lime zest
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
12 slices French bread baguette (1/2 inch thick), toasted
1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, bring water to a boil. Add the asparagus; cover and boil for 2-4 minutes. Drain and immediately place asparagus in ice water. Drain and pat dry., In a large bowl, combine the asparagus, tomatoes, basil, onions, lime juice, oil, garlic, lime zest, salt and pepper. Using a slotted spoon, spoon asparagus mixture onto toasted bread. Sprinkle with blue cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 88 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 237mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Mk IMRAN GAMING
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This recipe is a keeper!


Kayon Mantigo
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I'm not a fan of goat cheese, but I loved it in this recipe.


Spyno
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Tanveer Manir
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook asparagus and this recipe didn't disappoint.


Bill Clinton Mboya (Kendu boy)
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This is my go-to recipe for a quick and easy appetizer.


maleesha maleesha
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I love that this recipe is so versatile. I've used different types of bread and toppings and it's always delicious.


Emperor D
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover asparagus.


Chekwube
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I made this for a potluck and it was a big hit.


Cassidy Sylvanus
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I'm not a huge fan of asparagus, but this recipe changed my mind.


adaka joe
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This recipe is so easy to follow and the results are delicious.


Reginald Watts
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I love the combination of asparagus and goat cheese in this bruschetta.


Dawood Marri
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This asparagus bruschetta was a hit at my last party! The flavors were amazing and the presentation was beautiful.


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