Asparagus With Fresh Tomato Yogurt Sauce

Looks as great as it tastes! A wonderful combination of flavors. Simple, quick and easy. Photo was shows recipe made with "grilled" asparagus.

• Ready In: 20 mins
• Serves: 6

Ingredients

• 2  lbs asparagus
• 1⁄3 cup plain yogurt (regular, low fat, or fat free)
• 2  tablespoons mayonnaise (Best Foods or Hellman's)
• 1  tablespoon lemon juice
• 1  cup diced tomato (about 2 medium size)
•  salt
•  fresh ground pepper

Directions

1. Cut asparagus in 2 or 3 pieces.
2. Cook in boiling salted water until just tender but still bright green* (Tip- Watch the cut surface. When the white center changes from opaque to translucent, check for doneness) Drain and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process.
3. Pat dry with paper towels.
4. While asparagus is cooking, combine the yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, tomatoes, salt and fresh ground pepper.
5. Place the asparagus on a flat plate and spoon the sauce across the center.
6. Serve at room temperature.