Asparagus with Balsamic Tomatoes Recipe

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Directions:

  1. Cook asparagus in boiling water 2 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add tomatoes and garlic; cook 5 minutes. Stir in vinegar; cook 3 minutes. Stir in salt. Arrange asparagus on a platter; top with tomato mixture. Sprinkle with cheese and pepper.
  3. Raisin and Pine Nut variation: Omit tomatoes, garlic, vinegar, and goat cheese. Cook 1/3 cup sliced red onion and 2 tablespoons pine nuts in oil for 4 minutes. Add 2 1/2 tablespoons orange juice, 3 tablespoons raisins, and 2 teaspoons honey; cook 2 minutes. Stir in 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon orange rind. Spoon over asparagus; sprinkle with pepper. Yield: 4 servings.
  4. Calories 111; Fat 5.3g (sat 0.6g); Sodium 151mg
  5. Sesame-Ginger Glazed variation: Omit oil, tomatoes, vinegar, salt, cheese, and pepper. Microwave 1 tablespoon lower-sodium soy sauce, 1 teaspoon honey, 1 teaspoon lime juice, 1 teaspoon minced peeled fresh ginger, and garlic on HIGH for 2 minutes. Drizzle over asparagus; sprinkle with 2 teaspoons toasted sesame seeds. Serve with lime wedges. Yield: 4 servings.
  6. Calories 43; Fat 0.8g (sat 0.1g); Sodium 134mg
  7. Lemon-Tarragon variation: Omit tomatoes, vinegar, and cheese; decrease pepper to 1/4 teaspoon. Combine 1/8 teaspoon lemon rind, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 2 teaspoons chopped tarragon, garlic, 1/2 teaspoon minced shallot, 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard, salt, pepper, and oil. Drizzle tarragon mixture over asparagus; toss gently to coat. Yield: 4 servings.
  8. Calories 49; Fat 2.3g (sat 0.3g); Sodium 153mg
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 128.65 Kcal (539 kJ)
Calories from fat 58.26 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 6.47g 10%
Cholesterol 11.66mg 4%
Sodium 188.02mg 8%
Potassium 248.58mg 5%
Total Carbs 12.63g 4%
Sugars 7.24g 29%
Dietary Fiber 2.35g 9%
Protein 5.76g 12%
Vitamin C 6.9mg 12%
Iron 2.6mg 14%
Calcium 130.7mg 13%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 57.26 Kcal (240 kJ)
Calories from fat 25.93 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 2.88g 10%
Cholesterol 5.19mg 4%
Sodium 83.69mg 8%
Potassium 110.64mg 5%
Total Carbs 5.62g 4%
Sugars 3.22g 29%
Dietary Fiber 1.04g 9%
Protein 2.56g 12%
Vitamin C 3.1mg 12%
Iron 1.2mg 14%
Calcium 58.2mg 13%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 2.6
    Points
  • 3
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • low fat,
  • saturated fat free,
  • low sodium,
  • low cholesterol

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